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Stories by Shane Cronin

Natural Disasters

Why the Tonga Eruption Was So Violent and What to Expect Next

Research into earlier eruptions suggests this is the type of massive explosion the volcano sees about every 1,000 years

January 18, 2022 — Shane Cronin and The Conversation US

Natural Disasters

Why New Zealand’s White Island Erupted Without Warning

Steam volcanic eruptions like this one can only be detected seconds or minutes in advance

December 9, 2019 — Shane Cronin and The Conversation US

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