One such event, known for its catastrophic impact ... with a Volcanic Explosivity Index (VEI) of 7. It spewed massive amounts of volcanic ash and sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere.

The weight of the mountain’s art, philosophy and history climb the ... Another 470,000 could be forced to flee due to volcanic ash in the air. In those affected areas, wooden houses are in ...

Untouched since the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius nearly 2,000 years ago, this small dwelling provides a vivid look into ancient art and architectural shifts ... and citizens in volcanic ash ...

Ash may lack the visual impact of flowing lava, but as a geologist who studies disasters, I’m aware that ash travels farther, lasts longer and leaves deep scars. Volcanic ash: What it is, and why it ...

Ash may lack the visual impact of flowing lava, but as a geologist who studies disasters, I’m aware that ash travels farther, ...

University of Richmond provides funding as a member of The Conversation US. Volcanoes inspire awe with spectacular eruptions and incandescent rivers of lava, but often their deadliest hazard is ...

Volcanoes inspire awe with spectacular eruptions and incandescent rivers of lava, but often their deadliest hazard is what quietly falls from the sky. When a large volcano erupts, as Mount Spurr ...

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) David Kitchen, University of Richmond (THE CONVERSATION) Volcanoes inspire awe ...

Ash may lack the visual impact of flowing lava, but as a geologist who studies disasters, I’m aware that ash travels farther, lasts longer and leaves deep scars. Volcanic ash forms when viscous magma ...