Why was the eruption of Mount Pinatubo considered the worst eruption in the Philippines?

Answer 1

The 1991 eruption of Mount Pinatubo was the deadliest eruption on record in the Philippines with over 800 deaths. It was also one of the largest ever recorded, ten times larger than the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens, making it a VEI 6, one of only two such eruptions in the 20th century. In addition to the deaths, many areas suffered the impacts of the huge amount of ash that fell across much of the Philippines, exacerbated by heavy rain from Typhoon Yunya.

Answer 2

The eruption of Mount Pinatubo in 1991 was considered one of the worst in the Philippines due to its magnitude and impact. It released a massive amount of ash, gas, and debris into the atmosphere, causing widespread devastation, including the displacement of thousands of people, destruction of homes, and loss of life. The eruption also led to significant global climate effects, contributing to a temporary cooling of the Earth's surface.