6 Volcanoes That Could Shut Down the World
This one sounds terrifying.........
Cumbre Vieja (La Palma, Canary Islands)
Last eruption: 1971
Effects of a major eruption: In 2001, U.S. and British scientists warned that a major eruption of Cumbre Vieja could cause the entire western flank of the volcano to fall into the sea, creating a "mega-tsunami" in the Atlantic. Traveling at 500 miles per hour, it would wipe out Florida, coastal Brazil, and parts of Europe with waves up to 160-feet high.
Likelihood: The scientists say the "year to year probability" of a major eruption is low, but preparations should be taken anyway given the potentially cataclysmic damages.
160 foot waves in Florida...... uggggh!
Definitely the nasty side of nature.
Grace & Peace & Love to you all -
Matt