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1. 1883 eruption of Krakatoa - Wikipedia
Link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1883_eruption_of_Krakatoa
Description: WEBThe 1883 eruption of Krakatoa (Indonesian: Letusan Krakatau 1883) in the Sunda Strait occurred from 20 May until 21 October 1883, peaking in the late morning hours of 27 August when over 70% of the island of Krakatoa and its surrounding archipelago were destroyed as it collapsed into a caldera.
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2. Krakatoa - Wikipedia
Link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Krakatoa
Description: WEBThe eruption destroyed two-thirds of the island of Krakatoa. Eruptions in the area since 1927 have built a new island at the same location, named Anak Krakatau (which is Indonesian for "Child of Krakatoa"). Periodic eruptions have continued since, with recent eruptions in 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012, and a major collapse in 2018.
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3. Krakatoa - Eruption, Causes & Impact | HISTORY
Link: https://www.history.com/topics/natural-disasters-and-environment/krakatoa
Description: WEBMay 9, 2018 · In August 1883, the eruption of the main island of Krakatoa (or Krakatau) killed more than 36,000 people, making it one of the most devastating volcanic eruptions in human history. Where...
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4. Anak Krakatoa - Wikipedia
Link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anak_Krakatoa
Description: WEBOn 29 December 1927, Anak Krakatoa first emerged from the caldera formed in 1883 by the explosive volcanic eruption that destroyed the island of Krakatoa. There has been sporadic eruptive activity at the site since the late 20th century, culminating in a large underwater collapse of the volcano, which caused a deadly tsunami in December 2018.
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5. Krakatoa | Location, Eruption, Map, & Facts | Britannica
Link: https://www.britannica.com/place/Krakatoa
Description: WEBKrakatoa, volcano on Rakata Island in the Sunda Strait between Java and Sumatra, Indonesia. Its explosive eruption in 1883 was one of the most catastrophic in history. Krakatoa lies along the convergence of the Indian-Australian and Eurasian tectonic plates, a zone of high volcanic and seismic activity.
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6. When Krakatoa Blew: How the 1883 Eruption Changed the World
Link: https://science.howstuffworks.com/nature/natural-disasters/krakatoa.htm
Description: WEBMar 7, 2024 · Key Takeaways. The 1883 Krakatoa eruption was one of the deadliest and most powerful volcanic events in recorded history, generating massive tsunamis that caused widespread destruction in the Indonesian archipelago. The eruption and its aftermath, including the tsunamis, resulted in significant loss of life and were among the …
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7. On This Day: Historic Krakatau Eruption of 1883 | News | National
Link: https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/news/day-historic-krakatau-eruption-1883
Description: WEBOn August 26, 1883, a colossal eruption occurred on Krakatau following a series of explosions. The northern two-thirds of the island collapsed beneath the sea, generating a series of lava, pumice, and ash flows and immense tsunamis that …
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8. The 1883 Krakatau eruption: a year of blue Moons
Link: https://www.nhm.ac.uk/discover/the-1883-krakatau-eruption-a-year-of-blue-moons.html
Description: WEBAugust 1883 saw the world tremble with the eruption of Krakatau, a volcano in the Sunda Strait connecting the Java Sea and the Indian Ocean. The Krakatau eruption had an explosive force of a 200-megatonne bomb, killing more than 36,000 people and cooling the entire Earth by an average of 0.6°C for months to come.
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9. Krakatoa Volcano: Facts About Deadly Eruption | Live Science
Link: https://www.livescience.com/28186-krakatoa.html
Description: WEBSep 15, 2017 · The eruption of Krakatoa, or Krakatau, in August 1883 was one of the most deadly volcanic eruptions of modern history. It is estimated that more than 36,000 people died. Many died as a result of...
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10. Krakatoa Volcano Eruption of 1883 - ThoughtCo
Link: https://www.thoughtco.com/volcano-eruption-at-krakatoa-in-1883-1774022
Description: WEBJan 28, 2019 · By. Robert McNamara. Updated on January 28, 2019. The eruption of the volcano at Krakatoa in the western Pacific Ocean in August 1883 was a major disaster by any measure. The entire island of Krakatoa was simply blown apart, and the resulting tsunami killed tens of thousands of people on other islands in the vicinity.
