Scorched earth and a city buried under ash: the consequences of a grandiose volcanic eruption

Overview of weather and natural events around the World. What is happening in this world: natural disasters on the planet of Earth. The latest news about weather events and disasters. Become a channel sponsor and you will get access to exclusive bonuses. More: As a result of the eruptions of the Shiveluch volcano in Russia, which occurred on April 11 and 12, 2023, the ash scattered and settled at a distance of 500 km (310 miles) from the epicenter. The hot mass burned away many trees and other vegetation. There is still a strong smell of sulfur and burning in the air. Near the volcano, the soil is still very hot, and the heat is felt even through shoes. In some settlements on cars, houses and roads ash settled in a layer of 12 cm (5 inches). The consequences of a natural phenomenon may be the growth of bronchopulmonary diseases in the region, doctors say. Climatologists also predict a slowdown in global warming - the ash t