An expected magnitude seven volcanic eruption would release as much energy as a 1-km asteroid impact.
, experts from the University of Cambridge’s Centre for the Study of Existential Risk and the University of Birmingham state that the world is unready for a gigantic volcanic eruption and the possible repercussions on global supply chains, climate, and food."Data gathered from ice cores on the frequency of eruptions over deep time suggests there is a one-in-six chance of a magnitude seven explosion in the next one hundred years.
An eruption in Tonga in January was the largest ever instrumentally recorded. According to the researchers, thewas the volcanic equivalent of an asteroid just missing the Earth and needs to be treated as a wake-up call," said Mani.The CSER experts cite recent research that detects the regularity of major eruptions by analyzing traces of sulfur spikes in ancient ice samples.
"An estimated 100,000 people died locally, and global temperatures dropped by a degree on average, causing mass crop failures that led to famine, violent uprisings, and epidemics in what was known as the year without summer," he said. However, the researchers argue that steps can be taken to protect against volcanic devastation, ranging from improved surveillance to increased public education and magma manipulation.
Malaysia Latest News, Malaysia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
COVID Can Disturb Mental and Brain Health Even Two Years After InfectionThe biggest takeaway from a new study is that neurological and psychiatric symptoms from COVID can linger for at least two years after infection in some people.
Read more »
Huge volcanic eruptions: time to prepareMore must be done to forecast and try to manage globally disruptive volcanic eruptions. The risks are greater than people think.
Read more »
‘This Will Not Pass’ paints vivid picture of a country continually mired in crisisIn “This Will Not Pass: Trump, Biden and the Battle for America’s Future,” New York Times reporters Jonathan Martin and Alexander Burns paint a vivid picture of a country confronting crisis after crisis.
Read more »
The most famous Oracle Park snack is a limp letdown'It's a game of garlic fry roulette at Oracle Park, and the odds of a fresh batch are not in your favor.'
Read more »
Florida court says teen is not ‘mature’ enough to have an abortionA pregnant and parentless 16-year-old in Florida may be forced to give birth after an appeals court ruled she was not “sufficiently mature to decide whether to terminate her pregnancy.”
Read more »
Florida Court Says Teen Not 'Mature' Enough For Abortion, So Must Bear ChildThe 16-year-old, who is working toward her GED, said she knew she was not ready to care for a baby.
Read more »