Weather's Influence on Earthquakes and Volcanoes

Explore the intriguing connections between weather patterns and seismic activity in this 45-minute press conference from the 2011 AGU Fall Meeting. Delve into groundbreaking research that investigates how seasonal weather phenomena, such as monsoons and severe tropical storms, can influence earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. Discover how even minor changes in snow cover might affect magma movement and the timing of major volcanic events. Learn from expert researchers as they present their findings on the complex interplay between atmospheric conditions and geological processes, challenging traditional understanding of earthquake and volcano triggers. Gain insights into cutting-edge modeling techniques, data analysis, and the potential long-term effects of weather on seismic activity. Examine case studies including the Katla volcano and its ice cap, and explore the implications of these findings for predicting and understanding geological hazards.

Introduction
Modeling
Katla volcano
Ice cap
Seasonal load
Conclusion
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Motivation
Data
Why these
Numerical models
Summary
Questions
Monsoon patterns
Longterm effects
Can these results be extended
Magnitude
Extended results
Relocation
Twopart question
Thanks