A powerful underwater volcano off the U.S. coast is on the verge of erupting. The Axial Seamount, located deep in the Northeast Pacific, has shown intense seismic activity and rising magma pressure for months. Scientists are watching it closely using a unique seafloor observatory wired directly to Oregon via fiber-optic cables.<br /><br />This advanced setup gives researchers real-time access to data on ground deformation and tremors—allowing them to predict the next eruption with incredible accuracy. But there’s more to this volcano than just danger.<br /><br />Axial Seamount is home to bizarre hydrothermal vents that support life in the most extreme conditions. These deep-sea ecosystems may hold answers to how life first began on Earth. When the volcano erupts, it will create a rare opportunity to study how life recovers after a major disruption.<br /><br />Watch as we uncover the science, the mystery, and the urgency behind one of the most closely monitored volcanoes in the world.<br />WooGlobe Ref : WGA334137<br />For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com
