The Smithsonian Global Volcanism Program has recorded zero eruptions reaching Volcanic Explosivity Index (VEI) ≥4 in the first quarter of 2026, despite 47 confirmed smaller eruptions and 40 ongoing events as of late March, driving trader consensus toward low totals with "1" at 44% implied probability and "0" at 34%. This quiet start contrasts with historical norms of 2-4 VEI ≥4 events annually from 2000-2025, reflecting the rarity of large explosive activity that ejects at least 0.1 cubic kilometers of dense-rock equivalent material. Elevated unrest at Merapi (Indonesia), Popocatépetl (Mexico), and Shishaldin (Alaska) signals potential for escalation, but inherent uncertainties in remote monitoring and preliminary VEI assignments keep higher counts like "2" (10%) subdued. Weekly GVP bulletins and USGS updates through year-end will be pivotal for resolution.
Resumo experimental gerado por IA com dados do Polymarket · AtualizadoQuantas grandes erupções vulcânicas (vei ≥4) em 2026?
Quantas grandes erupções vulcânicas (vei ≥4) em 2026?
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2 10.4%
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The primary resolution source will be the Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP: https://volcano.si.edu/), specifically the cumulative figures for 2026 for VEI 4, VEI 5, and VEI 6 released on the page currently titled "Eruptions Avg 2000-2024 (N/T)" (https://volcano.si.edu/faq/index.cfm?question=eruptionsbyyear) as of March 31, 2027, 12 PM ET. Any prior updates will not be considered finalized.
If this dataset has not been updated to include all relevant events by March 31, 2027, or if the Smithsonian GVP becomes permanently unavailable, this market may resolve based on a consensus of credible scientific sources, including the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), national or regional volcanic observatories, or credible reporting of a scientific consensus.
Note: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program databases, which include eruptions that reached the relevant threshold prior to this market’s timeframe (e.g., https://volcano.si.edu/faq/index.cfm?question=eruptionsbyyear&checkyear=2025), will not be considered.
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0x2F5e3684c...The primary resolution source will be the Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP: https://volcano.si.edu/), specifically the cumulative figures for 2026 for VEI 4, VEI 5, and VEI 6 released on the page currently titled "Eruptions Avg 2000-2024 (N/T)" (https://volcano.si.edu/faq/index.cfm?question=eruptionsbyyear) as of March 31, 2027, 12 PM ET. Any prior updates will not be considered finalized.
If this dataset has not been updated to include all relevant events by March 31, 2027, or if the Smithsonian GVP becomes permanently unavailable, this market may resolve based on a consensus of credible scientific sources, including the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), national or regional volcanic observatories, or credible reporting of a scientific consensus.
Note: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program databases, which include eruptions that reached the relevant threshold prior to this market’s timeframe (e.g., https://volcano.si.edu/faq/index.cfm?question=eruptionsbyyear&checkyear=2025), will not be considered.
Resolver
0x2F5e3684c...The Smithsonian Global Volcanism Program has recorded zero eruptions reaching Volcanic Explosivity Index (VEI) ≥4 in the first quarter of 2026, despite 47 confirmed smaller eruptions and 40 ongoing events as of late March, driving trader consensus toward low totals with "1" at 44% implied probability and "0" at 34%. This quiet start contrasts with historical norms of 2-4 VEI ≥4 events annually from 2000-2025, reflecting the rarity of large explosive activity that ejects at least 0.1 cubic kilometers of dense-rock equivalent material. Elevated unrest at Merapi (Indonesia), Popocatépetl (Mexico), and Shishaldin (Alaska) signals potential for escalation, but inherent uncertainties in remote monitoring and preliminary VEI assignments keep higher counts like "2" (10%) subdued. Weekly GVP bulletins and USGS updates through year-end will be pivotal for resolution.
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