The Eyjafjallajökull eruption in 2010 began on March 20 and continued until May 23, lasting for a total of about two months. The eruption disrupted air travel in Europe, leading to the closure of airspace in various countries due to the volcanic ash cloud.
150,000 people are stranded because of the volcanic ash
The eruption of Eyjafjallajökull in 2010 was caused by the movement of the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates along a divergent boundary in Iceland. This boundary, known as the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, allowed magma to rise to the surface and resulted in the volcanic eruption.
The Eyjafjallajökull eruption in 2010 led to major disruptions in air travel due to the ash cloud it generated, causing widespread flight cancellations and delays. It also resulted in economic losses for airlines, tourism industry, and local businesses in the affected regions. Additionally, it raised concerns about the impact of volcanic eruptions on global air travel and highlighted the need for better contingency plans.
The Eyjafjallajökull volcano in Iceland erupted in 2010, resulting in a large ash cloud that disrupted air travel across Europe. Thousands of flights were canceled, affecting millions of passengers. The ash cloud caused significant economic losses for airlines and tourism industries.