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Tonga’s 2022 ‘Ultra’ Eruption Rewrote the Rules for Tsunamis. Now We Know Why

In January 2022, an underwater volcano near Tonga erupted with unprecedented force, generating a massive tsunami despite its small size. Scientists have now detailed how this 'Ultra' eruption rewrote our understanding of volcanic tsunamis, revealing that even minor subaqueous volcanoes can produce extreme hazards.

Tonga’s 2022 ‘Ultra’ Eruption Rewrote the Rules for Tsunamis. Now We Know Why

In January 2022, an underwater volcano near Tonga erupted with unprecedented force, generating a massive tsunami despite its small size. Scientists have now detailed how this 'Ultra' eruption rewrote our understanding of volcanic tsunamis, revealing that even minor subaqueous volcanoes can produce extreme hazards.

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  • Gizmodo — Tonga’s 2022 ‘Ultra’ Eruption Rewrote the Rules for Tsunamis. Now We Know Why

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