KRAKATOA ERUPTION
The Krakatoa eruption in 1883 is one of the most catastrophic volcanic events in recorded history. Located in the Sunda Strait between the islands of Java and Sumatra in Indonesia, the eruption of Mount Krakatoa began on August 26, 1883 and culminated in a massive explosion on August 27. The eruption caused the island to collapse into the sea, triggering a tsunami that reached heights of up to 40 meters (130 feet) and devastated coastal areas around the Sunda Strait.
The eruption's force was so immense that it was heard as far as 3,000 miles away, and it caused a global climatic effect, with a noticeable drop in temperatures and stunning sunsets for months afterward due to the volcanic ash and particles released into the atmosphere. The eruption killed tens of thousands of people, with estimates ranging from 36,000 to 120,000 deaths, many from the tsunami and the resulting ashfall. The effects of Krakatoa were felt globally, influencing weather patterns and causing agricultural damage across many parts of the world.
The disaster remains one of the most well-known examples of volcanic destruction, highlighting both the destructive power of nature and the far-reaching consequences of large-scale eruptions.
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