The Compass: An “off-the-scale weird” eruption, a 3,600-year-old “time capsule,” and towns entombed in stone

The Compass: An “off-the-scale weird” eruption, a 3,600-year-old “time…

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THE COMPASS

This week, we explore the explosive world of volcanoes. Uncover the many mysteries created by the volcanic explosion in Tonga, explore the recent eruption of Mauna Loa, and learn about the risks of volcano tourism.

PHOTOGRAPH BY TONGA GEOLOGICAL SERVICES, REUTERS

The volcanic explosion in Tonga destroyed an island—and created many mysteries

“Everything so far about this eruption is off-the-scale weird,” from its deafening blast to its Pacific-wide tsunami.

“OFF-THE-SCALE WEIRD”

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3,600-year-old tsunami ‘time capsule’ sheds light on one of humanity’s greatest disasters

The volcanic eruption of Santorini rocked the Mediterranean and changed history. Now there is crucial—and chilling—new information about the Bronze Age cataclysm.

A “SUPER-COLOSSAL” ERUPTION

PHOTOGRAPH BY NATALIA DELIGNE, USGS

Hawaii’s Mauna Loa erupts for the first time in 38 years. What happens next?

For now, the eruption does not threaten any populated areas, but scientists continue to closely monitor the largest active volcano in the world.

A REAWAKENING

THE U.S. ONCE BOMBED AN ACTIVE VOLCANO.

WHERE WAS IT LOCATED?

A. ALASKA
B. JAPAN
C. HAWAII

CLICK TO SEE IF YOU’RE RIGHT!

PHOTOGRAPH BY CARSTEN PETER

Lava built this island—then entombed towns in stone

After one of the Canary Islands’ worst volcanic eruptions in centuries, a community confronts the damage, and rethinks its way of life.

THE PATH OF CHAOS

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Volcano tourism is booming, but is it too risky?

Dazzling eruptions draw visitors to places like Iceland and Hawaii. Here’s how to see them safely.

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The Compass: An “off-the-scale weird” eruption, a 3,600-year-old “time capsule,” and towns entombed in stone

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