volcanic eruptions

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The Thera Eruption

In the middle of the Aegean Sea lies the island of Santorini, known today for its whitewashed houses and blue-domed…

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The 1980 Mount St. Helens Eruption

On 18 May 1980, Mount St. Helens erupted in what became the most catastrophic volcanic event in the history of…

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The Eruption of Krakatoa

The eruption of Krakatoa in 1883 stands as one of the most catastrophic volcanic events in recorded history, an explosive…

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Mount Vesuvius and the Destruction of Pompeii

Mount Vesuvius, located near the Bay of Naples in Italy, is one of the most famous volcanoes in the world,…

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