Mt. Fitzherbert

Potential ash hazards: Wind forecasts from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), coupled with eruption models, show that any ash clouds that rise above the crater rim today would drift northeastward early in the day, shifting to eastward in the afternoon and evening.

Recent observations: Clouds have so far obscured the view into the crater this morning from Johnston Ridge Observatory, but conditions are forecast to improve later in the day. Seismicity continues at a level typical of recent days, indicating that lava extrusion is continuing. Photos acquired from a remote camera at Brutus on the northeast crater rim as recently as yesterday show the base of the active spine continuing to emerge from talus, accompanied by occasional small rockfalls. Crews hope to take advantage of the improving weather pattern make observations and repair monitoring equipment in the crater starting on Monday.