Recent Volcanic Event - La Soufriere 2020/21 Flashcards
1
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Key information
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Eruption took place on 9th April 2021
Ash plume reached 10,000m
2nd explosive event occurred on 11th April 2021
2
Q
Primary Impacts
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Ash plume
Pyroclastic flows
Dust covered buildings and roads
3
Q
Secondary impacts
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Homes were left without water and electricity
4
Q
Short term responses
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16,000 told to evacuate under mandatory evacuation order on 8th April
People in Barbados were told to stay indoors
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Long term responses
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Around 3,000 residents stayed in government-run emergency shelters.
