Tonga Volcano Eruption - One Year Later: New Research Findings

Explore the latest findings on the explosive underwater eruption of Hunga Volcano in January 2022 through this comprehensive press conference. Delve into diverse aspects of the eruption, including record-breaking gas plume heights, vaporized water volumes, and the impact of waves on Tonga and the ionosphere. Learn about storms generated near the ground and at the edge of space, as well as potential future risks. Gain insights from expert speakers representing various institutions, including the University of Houston, Vaisala Inc., Pacific Marine Environmental Lab (NOAA), Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Lab, and the University of California, Berkeley.

AGU22 Press conference: Tonga Volcano One Year Later, Still More Explosive Research