How could volcanic eruptions generate tsunamis?

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David Drayer
Aug 7, 2018

A massive volcanic eruption can cause the collapse of the volcanic vent resulting in a tsunami.

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In 1883 a volcanic eruption destroyed 70% of the island of Krakatoa The mountain collapsed into the ocean. The collapsed volcano created a tsunami with a wave of 120 feet high. Over 36,000 people died as a result of the tsunami created by volcanic eruption.

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