How Underground Volcanic Reservoirs Affect Small Lakes⠀
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East Lake near Newberry volcano in Oregon is fed by subsurface volcanic gases, leading researchers to question the potential for limnic eruptions that could heavily impact life in the area.⠀
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IMAGE: The Newberry Caldera as seen from one of its rims; the crater includes two lakes in the back to the left and right, as well as a large lava flow in the bottom right of the frame. CREDIT: USGS/Lyn Topinka⠀
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