major eruption
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Indicates a significant and large-scale eruption.
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- The 1980 major eruption of Mount St. Helens changed the landscape forever.
- Scientists warn that the volcano is showing signs of a future major eruption.
- A major eruption could send ash clouds across the entire continent.
- The last major eruption from this supervolcano occurred over 600,000 years ago.
- Emergency services are preparing for the possibility of a major eruption.
- Historical records describe the devastating effects of a major eruption in the 17th century.
- If a major eruption were to happen today, it would severely impact global climate.
- The island's population was evacuated ahead of the predicted major eruption.
- After a series of smaller tremors, geologists confirmed a major eruption was underway.
- A major eruption is defined by its high Volcanic Explosivity Index (VEI).