Tag Archives: Volcanic Eruptions

A 1970 photograph of a 30-foot-high (10 meters) lava fountain eruption from the Mauna Ulu vent of the Kilauea volcano on the Big Island of Hawaii.
1982: Understanding Volcanic Eruptions – The Volcanic Explosivity Index

The Volcanic Explosivity Index (VEI) categorizes volcanic eruptions based on their explosivity, aiding in understanding their potential impact on local communities and global climate

A scenic pastoral landscape in the Western Ghats Mountains of southern India, showcasing the layered volcanic hills of the Deccan Traps
c. 66 Million BCE: The Deccan Traps – A Volcanic Phenomenon

The Deccan Traps, an example of massive volcanic activity, dramatically altered Earth's landscape and climate, potentially contributing to the mass extinction at the end of the Cretaceous period, showcasing the interplay of gradual and catastrophic [...]