Date: Fri, 23 Sep 1994 13:55:23 MST Sender: VOLCANOFrom: Jon Fink Subject: Disclaimer on Rabaul information (modified) It is perhaps worthwhile to remind Volcano-L subscribers (and others reading updates about Rabaul) that the messages we are forwarding are not guaranteed to be accurate. The Rabaul eruption is an exceedingly dynamic phenomenon with a dearth of first-hand information by qualified scientific observers coming out to the rest of the world. This situation is improving (note the message earlier today relayed from the RVO staff through the USGS), and hopefully more consistent reports will start to arrive soon as communication lines get re-established. But those of you in the media (or talking to same) should keep in mind these uncertainties. Jonathan Fink (602) 965-3195 (voice) Department of Geology (602) 965-8102 (fax) Arizona State University AIJHF@ASUACAD.BITNET (Bitnet) Tempe, AZ 85287-1404 jon.fink@asu.edu (Internet)