The explosion of Mount Tambora is the largest ever recorded by humans, ranking a 7 (or "super-colossal") on the Volcanic Explosivity Index, the second-highest rating in the index. The volcano, which is still active, is one of the tallest peaks in the Indonesian archipelago.
The eruption reached its peak in April 1815, when it exploded so loudly that it was heard on Sumatra Island, more than 1,200 miles (1,930 km) away. The death toll from the eruption was estimated at 71,000 people, and clouds of heavy ash descended on many far-away islands.
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1815_eruption_of_Mount_Tambora
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The summer of 1816, one year later, would be noted for being one of the coldest ever recorded, due to the volcanic ash from the Tambora explosion.
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Year_Without_a_Summer
The eruption reached its peak in April 1815, when it exploded so loudly that it was heard on Sumatra Island, more than 1,200 miles (1,930 km) away. The death toll from the eruption was estimated at 71,000 people, and clouds of heavy ash descended on many far-away islands.
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An aerial shot of the massive crater of Mount Tambora |
To find out more:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1815_eruption_of_Mount_Tambora
http://www.wunderground.com/blog/JeffMasters/comment.html?entrynum=2953
The summer of 1816, one year later, would be noted for being one of the coldest ever recorded, due to the volcanic ash from the Tambora explosion.
To find our more:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Year_Without_a_Summer
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