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Yes, it was predicted - both generally in years leading up to 1980 and more specifically in the months before the big blast. In the weeks leading up to the Volcano hazard zones were blocked off around the volcano due to an expected eruption. However the scope and exact timing of the eruption were not forseen - hence 57 people lost their lives.

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No, the scientists were surprised by the eruption on May 18,1980

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No. There is nothing we can do to prevent a volcanic eruption. The most we can do is get people out of harm's way.

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