Expert: Philippine Volcano Erupts

Expert: Philippine Volcano Erupts

“The Philippines' most active volcano exploded thunderously Monday, sending a huge grey column of lava fragments, ash and steam into the sky and prompting authorities to warn that a violent eruption may be imminent.” (CBC)

John Stix, Earth and Planetary Sciences McGill University

He’s the director of the Volcanology Research Group at McGill. He’s interested in understanding physical processes and forecasting eruptions at active volcanoes, among other things. He uses geochemistry and infrared remote sensing in order to better understand eruptions.

john.stix [at] mcgill.ca, cellphone available upon request (English)