Historical Events tagged with "ash clouds"

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Natural Disasters

Mount Vesuvius Erupts Near Naples

April 7th, 1906 118 years ago

Mount Vesuvius erupted in early April, unleashing a torrential flow of lava and ash that devastated areas surrounding Naples, Italy. The eruption began on April 7, producing a powerful explosion that cast a dark cloud over the region. Seismic activity and volcanic gasses indicated a significant eruption had begun after years of relative calm. The resulting destruction affected the local population, infrastructure, and agriculture, halting daily life and forcing evacuations in high-risk areas.

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