Eyjafjallajökull Eruption 2010 Flashcards
1
Q
When did the eruption at the North American and Eurasian plate begin, and when was the second eruption?
A
The eruption began on March 20, 2010, with a second eruption on April 14, 2010
2
Q
How high was the plume of volcanic ash during the eruption?
A
The plume of volcanic ash was over 33,000 feet high.
3
Q
What caused Jokulhlaups during the eruption?
A
Jokulhlaups were produced due to meltwater from glaciers, with surges at 17 degrees Celsius
4
Q
What were the social impacts of the eruption?
A
- Ash contaminated water supplies
- 700 people evacuated
- Those living downwind had to wear goggles and facemasks
- 10 million people were stranded or couldn’t board flights
5
Q
What were the economic impacts of the eruption?
A
- 100,000 commercial flights were cancelled
- Airlines lost $1.7 billion
- European economy lost $5 billion
- Eurostar saw 50,000 extra passengers
- New LAVA center was established for tourists, attracting 1.7 million tourists a year
