Has anyone ever been killed in the past century due to a volcanic eruption?
Suzanne Thibault
Dear Suzanne,
Unfortunately, about 70,000 people have died since 1902 by volcanic
eruptions and their related impacts, such as
tsunami
, starvation,
avalanche, and disease in evacuation camps. This illustrates the need
for monitoring active volcanoes, understanding volcano behavior, and
educating the public about volcanic hazards.
Steve Mattox, University of North Dakota
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