Mount Edgecumbe, a towering volcano located near Sitka, Alaska, has slept peacefully, offering no signs of the fiery turmoil beneath its surface. However, recent scientific observations suggest that this dormant giant may be on the brink of a rare and potentially catastrophic eruption.

Alaska has more than 130 active volcanoes within the last two million years, though only 50 of them have been active since 1760.

Sitka is in danger as Mount Edgecumbe, an 800-year-old dormant volcano in Alaska, is displaying signs of an impending eruption.

Mount Edgecumbe in Alaska looks like Mount Fuji. The area has been witnessing earthquakes and scientists are monitoring it for any volcanic activity