Emergency officials in Unalaska are closely watching an active volcano near Anchorage. Scientists said Mount Spurr is likely ...

an active volcano that sits only 16 miles from the settlement. The rich volcanic soil of the island helps contribute to Unalaska's stunning green rolling hills that are dotted with wildflowers in ...

Along with Augustine, 11,069-foot Mount Spurr, about 80 miles west of Anchorage, and 5,905-foot Makushin Volcano, 16 miles from Unalaska, have been subjects of exploration projects over recent years.