Scientists have issued a statement following a spike in seismic activity at Mount Adams in central Washington.
The volcano usually sees an earthquake every two or three years. There were six in September 2024 alone, the most in a single month since monitoring began in 1982
There is only one nearby permanent seismic monitor. In response to the increased activity, scientists have decided to install temporary stations in the Mount Adams area.
The new stations will allow researchers an opportunity to better assess the significance of recent seismic activity.
Right now, there is no indication that the level of earthquake activity is cause for concern, according to the United States Geological Survey Cascades Volcano Observatory.
Findings from the rapid deployment instruments will determine if USGS and Pacific Northwest Seismic Network need to take any additional actions.
Mount Adams is located in south-central Washington, about 50 miles southwest of Yakima and 30 miles north of the White Salmon-Hood River area. It is ranked as a "high-threat"volcano in the United States.
Mount Adams holds the distinction as the largest active volcano by size and volume in Washington state.
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