The World May Freeze Soon
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The probability of a major volcanic eruption is drawing closer. Aerosol particles released by volcanoes reach the atmosphere, reflect sunlight, and cool the planet. However, this cooling will not stop climate change; instead, it will drastically disrupt the global climate balance.
In 1815, the eruption of Mount Tambora in Indonesia became one of the most powerful volcanic events in history. It released massive amounts of sulfur dioxide and volcanic ash into the atmosphere, sharply lowering global temperatures. The following year was known as the "Year Without a Summer," as crops failed, millions suffered from famine, cholera pandemics spread, and hundreds of thousands of people died worldwide.
Among the volcanoes scientists are monitoring are Indonesia's active mountains and the Yellowstone region in the United States. However, predicting the exact location of an eruption is nearly impossible. Major eruptions can originate even from volcanoes that have been dormant for years.
The economic and human losses from volcanic eruptions will be enormous. For example, an event similar to Tambora's eruption could cause $3.6 trillion in economic damage within the first year alone. Additionally, cold weather will damage crops, leading to food shortages. Global political tensions may rise, potentially resulting in conflicts or even wars.
Preventing a major eruption is impossible, but mitigating its consequences is feasible. For this, governments and international organizations must conduct stress tests, develop evacuation plans, and ensure food and aid supplies are well-prepared.
Among the volcanoes scientists are monitoring are Indonesia's active mountains and the Yellowstone region in the United States. However, predicting the exact location of an eruption is nearly impossible. Major eruptions can originate even from volcanoes that have been dormant for years.
The economic and human losses from volcanic eruptions will be enormous. For example, an event similar to Tambora's eruption could cause $3.6 trillion in economic damage within the first year alone. Additionally, cold weather will damage crops, leading to food shortages. Global political tensions may rise, potentially resulting in conflicts or even wars.
Preventing a major eruption is impossible, but mitigating its consequences is feasible. For this, governments and international organizations must conduct stress tests, develop evacuation plans, and ensure food and aid supplies are well-prepared.
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