Volcanic Ash: The Ticking Time Bomb (2010)

Volcanic Ash: The Ticking Time Bomb (2010)

It was the volcano that brought Europe’s air traffic to a standstill, leaving thousands of passengers stranded around the world. When Iceland’s Eyjafjallajökull blew in April 2010, molten rock up to 1,100°c hit the glacier above. A giant ash cloud formed, rising to a jaw-dropping 10,600 metres. But what led to such unprecedented chaos? How can ash that cannot even be detected by radar systems pose a threat to modern aircraft? And could this be just the beginning of a series of much bigger eruptions? Drawing on the expertise of leading volcanologists and with stunning first-hand footage, this film looks at the science behind this extraordinary event, and the volcanoes that could affect us in the future.

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Airdate: June, 8th, 2010 - Channel 5 - UK

http://www.atlanticproductions.co.uk/productions/iceland-volcano-the-nex...

http://www.five.tv/articles/volcanic-ash-flight-of-terror