Eruption of 79 AD

The eruption of 79 AD was a powerful volcanic event when Mount Vesuvius, near Pompeii, Italy, explosively released ash, pumice, and gases. This sudden eruption buried the Roman city under meters of volcanic material, preserving buildings and artifacts in time. The ash cloud caused widespread destruction, and the intense heat and falling debris led to many fatalities. The event is famous for the remarkably well-preserved archaeological site of Pompeii, providing valuable insights into Roman life. It remains one of history’s most well-known volcanic eruptions and highlights the devastating power of natural disasters.