Mon, 17 January 2022
You likely heard of the undersea volcano that erupted in the South Pacific near the island of Tonga as it was all over the news. The eruption reached 20 km in the air and the blast was visible from space. Unfortunately, the eruption caused Tsunami-like waves to crash into the island of Tonga and cause damage to properties, cut out power, and flood many parts of the island.
New Zealand is sending rescuers and supplies to help the nearby island but is having trouble communicating with the island. A volcanic eruption is violent and destructive, but it is also part of the ocean's process to constantly evolve. I discuss the ways that underwater volcanos lead to biodiversity over time. Link to articles: Connect with Speak Up For Blue:
Direct download: SUFB_S1258_TheOceanIsFullOfUnderseaVolcanoesThatAllowForhighBiodiversity.mp3
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