A "supervolcano" in Italy last erupted in 1538. Experts warn it's "nearly to the breaking point" again.

A study found that earthquakes and other movement has brought the volcano closer to the point of rupture.

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The original paper is a neat enough read. Lots of math explaining what they know and what they're extrapolating.

Mostly though, it's been moving for 50 years. It could erupt tomorrow. Or in a century. Or never. The press release at least mentions the possibility of it settling into a slow rise/fall cycle.

Neat read either way.
Well, it’s been a few years since the last pandemic/global catastrophe
Feels like a super volcano is due to erupt every few years 🤔