VEI 2 eruption | |
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The volcano beginning its eruption | |
Volcano | Mt Vesuvius |
Date | November 7, 2089 |
Time | 2134 UTC |
Eruption type | Strombolian |
Location | Naples, Italy |
Fatalities | 2 |
Damages | $104 million |
Other impacts | Pyroclastic flows hit many populated areas |
The 2089 eruption of Mt Vesuvius was a VEI 2 event that led to the deaths of 2 people,a nd caused $104 million in damages. It was the first eruption from the volcano since 1944, and it was classified as a VEI 2 Strombolian type eruption as a result of its eruptive characteristics displayed during that time.