These are the 5 most disastrous volcanic eruptions in history.

Volcanic eruptions are one of the most powerful natural phenomena on Earth. When a volcano becomes active, it can release an immense amount of lava, toxic gases and ashes that affect both the environment and nearby populations. Some of these explosions have caused thousands of deaths, destroyed entire cities and modified the global climate. Among the most disastrous in history, there are five episodes that left an indelible footprint: Monte Tamb…