Recent Volcanic Event - La Soufriere, St Vincent 2020/21 Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
When did the eruption take place?
A
9th April 2021
2
Q
How big was the ash plume?
A
10,000m
3
Q
When did the 2nd explosive event occur?
A
11th April 2021
4
Q
What were the primary impacts of the La Soufriere?
A
- Ash plume
- Pyroclastic flows
- Dust-covered buildings and roads and no water/electricity
5
Q
What were the secondary impacts of the La Soufriere?
A
- Homes were left without water and electricity
- Airspace closed due to smoke and volcanic ash
6
Q
What were the short term responses of the La Soufriere?
A
- 16,000 told to evacuate under mandatory evacuation order on 8th April
- People in Barbados were told to stay indoors
- Other Caribbean islands open their borders to those fleeing the eruption
7
Q
What were the long term responses of the La Soufriere?
A
- Around 3,000 residents stayed in government-run emergency shelters
- People on St Lucia were warned about air quality affected
- Not much long term response due to middle income country.
