What is the current consensus of Popocatepetl? Is it likely that there will be another peak of ash emissions like the ones last Christmas? Is there any danger for the inhabitants of Mexico City?

rockyDr. Gonzalo Pena Tamez

Dear Dr. Gonzalo Pena Tamez,

The current eruption began on December 21, 1994. Ash emissions were more frequent and intense in February of this year. This eruption is similar to other mild to moderate Vulcanian eruptions at Popocatepetl that emit ash and steam. However, larger eruptions occurred in 1519 and possibly 1663.
The volcano is being monitored by scientists of National University of Mexico (UNAM) in conjunction with the National Disaster Prevention Center.
Additional information about Popocatepetl is posted in Michigan Tech's Volcano homepage and the homepage of the Volcano Disaster Assistance Program (VDAP).
Contact the National Disaster Prevention Center (CENAPRED) concerning dangers associated with Popocatepetl.

Steve Mattox, University of North Dakota 

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