Natural DisastersJanuary 18, 2022
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
Stories by Shane Cronin
Shane Cronin, Professor of Earth Sciences, University of Auckland.
Natural DisastersDecember 9, 2019
Why New Zealand’s White Island Erupted Without Warning
Steam volcanic eruptions like this one can only be detected seconds or minutes in advance