The surprising eruption of Ethiopia’s long-dormant volcano
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This week on Takaro Kids, Kiran and Debbie discuss the unexpected eruption of the Hayli Gubbi volcano in Ethiopia, which had been dormant for 12,000 years. The eruption created a massive ash plume that reached up to 45,000 feet and has affected air travel and air quality across different regions, including India. The episode explains the basics of tectonic plates, how volcanoes and earthquakes form, and the impact of volcanic ash. And listen till the end for the Takaro quiz question of the week - one lucky winner will win a Takaro t-shirt and gift voucher!
00:00 Introduction to Takaro Kids
00:33 Eruption in Ethiopia: A Dormant Volcano Awakens
02:28 Impact of the Volcanic Eruption
07:06 Understanding Tectonic Plates and Volcanic Activity
11:37 Quiz Time: Test Your Knowledge
14:41 Last Week's Quiz Results and Conclusion
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