5 Questions
What caused flooding and mudslides near Mount Saint Helens?
The eruption melted all the ice and snow on the mountain instantly
Why did many people evacuate the area before the eruption?
As a result of critical information provided by volcanologists
What industry suffered over one billion dollars in damages due to the eruption?
The logging industry
How much of Mount Saint Helens disappeared at the end of the eruption?
1,300 feet
What signs of recovery has the region around Mount Saint Helens shown?
Smaller plants and trees growing in lava beds
Test your knowledge on the violent and destructive eruption of Mount Saint Helens in 1980. Learn about the events leading up to the eruption, its impact, and the scientific study of volcanoes.
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