Chris Newhall, Peter Stauffer, II Hendley, United States Geological Survey, United States Geological Survey, United States Geological Survey
This United States Geological Survey (USGS) on-line publication highlights the events and aftermath of the June 15, 1991 eruption of Mt. Pinatubo in the Philippines, which was the second-largest volcanic eruption of the 20th century. This report discusses the precursors to the 1991 eruption including the occurrence of earthquakes, dome growth and steam emissions. The explosive eruptions from June to September of 1991 are summarized, especially with respect to the impacts of this event on global temperatures and population displacement.
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Subject: Geoscience:Geology:Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology:Volcanology, Environmental Science:Natural Hazards:Volcanism Resource Type: Scientific Resources:Overview/Reference Work Special Interest: Hazards Grade Level: Middle (6-8), High School (9-12), College Lower (13-14) Theme: Teach the Earth:Incorporating Societal Issues:Hazards, Teach the Earth:Course Topics:Petrology, Environmental Science, Teach the Earth:Teaching Topics:Volcanoes
