Mount St. Helens Eruption Impact

The video details the catastrophic eruption of Mount St. Helens on May 18, 1980, highlighting the early signs, the eruption itself, and the immediate aftermath. It covers the rescue and recovery efforts, the long-term impact on the environment and local communities, and reflections from survivors. The eruption, one of the most significant volcanic events in U.S. history, led to technological advancements in volcanic monitoring.

What was the initial reaction of the US Geological Survey to the small eruption of Mount St. Helens?

• They ignored it as a minor event.

• They immediately evacuated the area.

• They sent a team to monitor the volcano.

• They issued a public warning.

What was the main concern of scientists as the bulge on Mount St. Helens grew?

• The mountain would collapse.

• The bulge indicated a potential major eruption.

• The bulge would cause landslides.

• The bulge would block the river.

How did the eruption of Mount St. Helens begin?

• With a sudden explosion from the summit.

• With a massive landslide.

• With a gradual release of steam.

• With a series of small earthquakes.

What was the fate of photographer Reed Blackburn during the eruption?

• He managed to escape safely.

• He was rescued by a helicopter.

• He was suffocated by ash in his car.

• He took photos of the eruption and survived.

What was the primary challenge faced by rescue teams after the eruption?

• Dealing with continuous eruptions.

• Finding survivors in the dense forest.

• Navigating through thick ash clouds.

• Communicating with trapped individuals.

How did the Moore family manage to survive the eruption?

• They were airlifted immediately.

• They took shelter in a sturdy building.

• They hiked to safety through the forest.

• They were rescued by a passing vehicle.

What was one of the long-term environmental impacts of the Mount St. Helens eruption?

• The destruction of 200 square miles of forest.

• The formation of a new volcanic peak.

• The creation of a new lake.

• The permanent closure of nearby towns.

What technological advancement was developed as a result of the Mount St. Helens eruption?

• A more accurate weather prediction model.

• A satellite warning system for eruptions.

• A new type of seismograph.

• An improved evacuation protocol.

How did the eruption of Mount St. Helens affect tourism in the area?

• Tourism declined significantly.

• Tourism was banned permanently.

• Tourism remained unchanged.

• Tourism increased dramatically.

What was the ultimate death toll of the Mount St. Helens eruption?

• 72 people

• 21 people

• 57 people

• 100 people