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What is the extent of the ash cloud that resulted from the eruption of Shiveluch, and what were the consequences of the eruption on the affected communities?
The ash cloud extended over 500km northwest and covered broad areas with ash, resulting in the closure of skies to aircraft and the shut down of schools in several affected communities. Ash fell on 108,000 square kilometers of territory, the biggest fallout in nearly 60 years. The village of Klyuchi was covered by an 8cm layer of dust. Two villages had their power supplies cut for a few hours until emergency crews restored them. Some residents with health issues could be temporarily evacuated, but Kamchatka Gov. Vladimir Solodov said there was no need for mass evacuation.
Study Notes
- Shiveluch, one of Kamchatka's most active volcanoes, erupted on Tuesday.
- The eruption spewed clouds of dust 20km into the sky and covered broad areas with ash.
- The ash cloud extended over 500km northwest and engulfed several villages in grey volcanic dust.
- Skies over the area were closed to aircraft, and schools were shut in several affected communities.
- Ash fell on 108,000 square kilometers of territory, the biggest fallout in nearly 60 years.
- The village of Klyuchi was covered by an 8cm layer of dust.
- Kamchatka Gov. Vladimir Solodov said there was no need for mass evacuation, but some residents with health issues could be temporarily evacuated.
- The Kamchatka Peninsula is one of the world's most concentrated areas of geothermal activity, with about 30 active volcanoes.
- Shiveluch has two parts, Old Shiveluch and Young Shiveluch.
- Two villages had their power supplies cut for a few hours until emergency crews restored them.
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"Test your knowledge of Kamchatka's Shiveluch Volcano Eruption" - How much do you know about the recent eruption of Shiveluch, one of Kamchatka's most active volcanoes? Take our quiz and find out! From the size of the ash cloud to the impact on surrounding villages, this quiz will challenge your knowledge of this natural disaster. Discover interesting facts about the Kamchatka Peninsula and its geothermal activity, and learn about the two parts of the Shivel
