Volcanic eruption

10 Significant Volcanic Eruptions

By Rachel47

  • Mt.Vesuvius

    Italy
    Death toll 6,000

  • The Laki Volcanic System

    June 8 1783 - February 1784
    Iceland
    Death toll 9350

  • Mt.Unzen

    Japan
    Death toll 12,000-15,000

  • Mt.Tambora

    April 10-15
    Indonesia
    Death toll 92,000

  • Mt.Galunggung

    Jave, Indonesia
    Death toll 4,011

  • Mt.Krakatoa

    August 26-28
    Indonesia
    Death toll 23,000

  • Mt.Pelee

    April 25 - May 8
    West Indies
    Death toll 40,000

  • Mt.Kelud

    Indonesia
    Death toll 5,110

  • Mt.Vesuvius

    Italy
    Death toll 10,000+

  • Nevado del Ruiz

    Columbia
    Death toll 23,000