Volcano case studies

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hances Peak, Montserrat 

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Location:

Montserrat is a small island in the Caribbean. There is a volcanic area located in the south of the island on Soufriere Hills called Chances Peak.

When:

Before 1995 it had been dormant for over 300 years. In 1995 the volcano began to give off warning signs of an eruption.The most intense eruptions occurred in 1997. 

Short term responses 

  • Evacuation.
  • Abandonment of the capital city.
  • The British government gave money for compensation and redevelopment.
  • Unemployment rose due to the collapse of…

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