Tambora Eruption of 1815

The Tambora eruption in 1815 was one of the most powerful volcanic events in recorded history. Located in Indonesia, the volcano erupted with immense force, spewing ash, pumice, and gases into the atmosphere. This massive eruption caused a volcanic winter, blocking sunlight and leading to global climate disruptions. It resulted in widespread crop failures, food shortages, and unusual weather patterns worldwide. The ash fallout even affected weather in North America and Europe for years afterward. The eruption also created a huge caldera, or crater, and marked a significant event in Earth’s geological history.