By Hawaiian Volcano Observatory
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Volcanoes commonly give us clues that they are going to erupt. Before an eruption, gas, magma and other fluids move below the surface of a volcano and typically cause earthquakes. This movement can also create a signal called volcanic tremor, which can often be observed on local seismometers. Seismometers, which measure movement of the ground, are important tools for monitoring volcanic activity.

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