MOUNT VESUVIUS

Mount Vesuvius

This week 4G have been doing some research into Mount Vesuvius.  This volcano has brought about some serious discussion in our classroom.  It is necessary to learn about the history of Mt Vesuvius before we can even begin to think about the devastation it could cause in the future.

Here are some of the key facts we found out about Vesuvius:

Location

Location:  Southern Italy, near the city of Naples
Height: 1281m (4203ft)  
Age: Approximately 17,000 years old
Last eruption: 1944
Most famous eruption:  79AD when it destroyed the Roman city of Pompeii







We found the videos below extremely helpful in getting a picture in our minds of what Vesuvius looks like. The videos also give us a glimpse into the past so we can understand just how powerful and devastating the eruptions can be.

Something to think about as you watch the videos:  Why are the people of Naples and other towns still living so close to Mt Vesuvius?  What might happen to them if it erupts?









DID YOU KNOW:  Mt Vesuvius is the only active volcano on the European mainland.