Scott D. wrote in message
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Its not a "the world is dangerous" thing, its a "the Volcano is going
to blow soon" thing. So in the mean time, just stay away for the darn
thing, let it spew its ash, steam, rocks, lava....

LOL! In the spring of 1980 most people were disappointed. It wasn't a
"real volcano" 'cause there wasn't lava. That changed in May.

It's interesting to note, however, that I saw more steam coming from the
crater when I climbed to the rim in 1995 and again last year than I saw
flying around it on Sunday. And, in case you're interested, we approached
the mountain with exceptional caution. Stayed below the elevation of the
rim in case there was a plume or shockwave (very small chance of major
flying debris at this point), came around for a view of the crater, snapped
a photo and turned back to the south side.

And all of you people that say we're crazy, don't EVEN tell me you ride a
motorcycle. :

-c