Eyjaffjallajokull 2010 Flashcards
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What was the population near Eyjafjallajökull at the time of the eruption?
Around 300,000 people.
What was the Volcanic Explosivity Index (VEI) of the Eyjafjallajökull eruption?
VEI of 4.
Were there any deaths from the Eyjafjallajökull eruption?
No, there were no deaths.
How many farmers and their families were evacuated?
500 farmers and their families.
Why were roads around the volcano closed?
For safety due to volcanic activity and ashfall.
What happened between March 3rd and 5th, 2010?
There were several warning signs indicating an imminent eruption.
Why was the local population evacuated?
Due to safety concerns and respiratory threats caused by ash in the air.
What is an ‘ajökulhlaup’?
A glacier outburst flood caused by volcanic activity.
When did the glacier outburst flood occur during the Eyjafjallajökull eruption?
On April 14th, 2010.
What caused the glacier outburst flood?
The eruption melted part of a glacier, triggering the flood.
How many people were evacuated due to the glacier outburst flood?
700 people.
How was the local economy affected by the eruption?
Fresh fish exports, a major industry, were badly affected, causing a loss of income.
