The La Palma volcano has stopped erupting, but danger still persists

The La Palma volcano has stopped erupting, but danger still persists

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The Kumbra Vieja volcano eruption lasted 85 days, covering 1219 hectares and destroying 1576 properties. It caused significant disruption, including covering 78 km of roads. The Spanish government pledged over €400 million for reconstruction. Experts warn of ongoing toxic gas release and potential future reactivation. The Canary Islands remain active volcanic regions, with magma constantly measured.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the total area covered by lava during the Kumbra Vieja volcano eruption?

9000 hectares

1219 hectares

78 hectares

1576 hectares

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How many properties were destroyed by the lava flow?

1576 properties

1219 properties

9000 properties

78 properties

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What financial aid did the Spanish government pledge for reconstruction?

€100 million

€400 million

€500 million

€455 million

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What is a major concern for the island's residents following the eruption?

Economic crisis

Mental health crisis

Environmental crisis

Political crisis

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What did Volcanologist Alexis Schwartz say about the future activity of the volcano?

It is completely dormant

Reactivation cannot be ruled out

It may reactivate soon

It will never reactivate