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U.S. Geological Survey, Vancouver, Washington University of Washington, Pacific Northwest Seismograph Network, Seattle, Washington
Mount St. Helens Daily Update 9/28/04 6:30 PM PDT
Throughout the day seismic activity has remained at a fairly constant, but high, rate of about 2 small (less than magnitude 2) earthquakes per minute. All earthquake locations are still shallow and in or below the lava dome. A USGS field crew continued their deployment of GPS equipment today in order to monitor any ground movement on the lava dome, crater floor, or lower slopes of the volcano. Tomorrowâ€s field work includes continued GPS deployments and another gas flight. USGS and PNSN personnel held a teleconference to discuss scientific issues and future needs. USGS and PNSN personnel also participated in a teleconference with Washington State and County emergency-management officials to discuss hazard and response issues.
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