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It is impossible to know exactly how much "destruction" occurred in any eruption that has taken place in the Yellowstone Caldera, but the eruption with the largest volume of lava expulsion took place about 1.2 million years ago.

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When was the most destructive eruption of Sakurajima?

The most destructive eruption of Sakurajima occurred in 1914 when a large explosive eruption caused significant damage to surrounding areas and resulted in the formation of the current volcanic island.


What was the most destructive volcanic eruption ever recorded?

The most destructive volcanic eruption in recorded history was the eruption of Mount Tambora in Indonesia in 1815. The eruption resulted in tens of thousands of deaths and had global climatic impacts, leading to the "Year Without a Summer" in 1816 due to the ash and gases ejected into the atmosphere causing widespread cooling.


What was the worlds most destructive volcanic eruption ever recorded?

The most destructive volcanic eruption ever recorded was the eruption of Mount Tambora in Indonesia in 1815. It resulted in the deaths of tens of thousands of people directly and indirectly due to the eruption and its aftermath, including crop failures and famine. The eruption also caused a "Year Without a Summer" in 1816, with widespread climate abnormalities and crop failures around the world.


What was the most destructive eruption of mount hood?

The most destructive eruption of Mount Hood occurred around 1,500 years ago. This eruption generated huge mudflows that traveled as far as the Columbia River, causing widespread destruction to the surrounding landscape. Today, Mount Hood is considered dormant, with no recent activity indicating an imminent eruption.