DOI-USGS-NMI-2013-02-08T10:48:46+10:00 NorthernMarianaIslands@usgs.gov 2013-02-08 10:48:46 Actual Update Public Geo Volcanic activity Past Minor Unlikely 2013-02-08 10:48:46 2013-02-09 10:48:46 Northern Mariana Islands Pagan Weekly Update Steam and gas emissions were observed in clear satellite views of Pagan during the past week. The USGS received no further reports of unrest or activity at Pagan volcano. It remains possible that residents of the CNMI may notice sulfurous odors under certain wind conditions. Additional information about volcanic gas and vog can be found at: http://hvo.wr.usgs.gov/hazards/FAQ_SO2-Vog-Ash/main.html Pagan Volcano is not monitored with ground-based geophysical instrumentation and the only sources of information are satellite observations and occasional reports from observers who pass by or visit the island. We will continue to evaluate satellite imagery, on-island, and mariner reports when they become available, but because the volcano is not monitored with ground-based instruments, we cannot provide advanced warning of activity. Access to the island may be restricted by the CNMI government. Contact the EMO for the latest information. http://volcanoes.usgs.gov/cnmistatus.php Volcano Alert Level=ADVISORY Aviation Color Code=YELLOW Pagan volcano Mariana Islands 18.13 145.8 CAVW=0804-17=