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When did the 1991 eruption of Mount Pinatubo happen?
Quick Answer
Mount Pinatubo’s climactic eruption began on June 15, 1991. It was one of the largest eruptions of the 20th century.
The Full Story
Mount Pinatubo in the Philippines erupted catastrophically on June 15, 1991. The eruption sent ash high into the atmosphere and injected large amounts of sulfur dioxide, which helped cool global temperatures temporarily. It also produced deadly pyroclastic flows and lahars that continued for months. The event is one of the most important modern examples of how a volcanic eruption can affect climate as well as local landscapes.
Key Facts
1.June 15, 1991
2.One of the largest eruptions of the 20th century
3.Temporary global cooling followed
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