Mount Vesuvius
Italy | Elevation: 1281m
Coordinates: 40.821, 14.426
About
Famous for the destruction of Pompeii and Herculaneum in AD 79. One of the most dangerous volcanoes.
Eruption History
79VEI 5
472VEI 4
1631VEI 4
1794VEI 3
1872VEI 3
1906VEI 4
1944VEI 3
1944VEI 3
Last eruption - destroyed US bombers at airfield1906VEI 4
Killed over 100 people1872VEI 3
1794VEI 3
Destroyed Torre del Greco1631VEI 4
Killed 4,000 people472VEI 4
Pollena eruption79VEI 5
Destroyed Pompeii and HerculaneumVEI Scale (Volcanic Explosivity Index)
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Current Volcash Score
Real-time volcanic ash risk data is available via the Volcash API. Use the interactive map for live monitoring.
View on MapSafety Information
During Ash Fall
Stay indoors, close windows, wear N95 masks if outside. Protect electronics and water supplies.
For Outdoor Activities
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