Worst Volcanic Eruptions (deaths)

By Max George
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    Mt Vesuvius

    Italy, 10 000+ deaths

  • Mt Vesuvius

    Italy, 6000 deaths

  • Laki Volcanic sytem

    Iceland, 9350 deaths

  • Mt Unzen

    Japan, 12 000 to 15 000 deaths

  • Mt Tambora

    Indonesia, 92 000 deaths

  • Mt Galunggung

    Indonesia, 4011 deaths

  • Mt Krakatoa

    Indonesia, 36 000 deaths

  • Mt Pelee

    West Indies, 40 000 deaths

  • Mt kelut

    Indonesia, 5110 deaths

  • Nevado del Ruiz

    Colombia, 23 000 deaths