Chapter
The Mount St. Helens Eruption
25:04 - 30:38 (05:33)
The governor of Washington state was hesitant to call for an evacuation of Mount St. Helens despite warning signs because the area provided important revenue from logging and tourism. People were caught off guard when the eruption occurred, with some narrowly escaping with their lives.
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The governor of Washington allowed people to be close to the volcano before it erupted, leading to 57 casualties.
25:04 - 28:01 (02:57)
Mount St. Helens
Summary
The governor of Washington allowed people to be close to the volcano before it erupted, leading to 57 casualties. Anecdotes of some of the backpackers who were on the mountain are mentioned.
ChapterThe Mount St. Helens Eruption
EpisodeWhen Mount St. Helens Blew Its Top
PodcastStuff You Should Know
This transcript discusses the different types of volcanic eruptions and the science behind them, including the pressure buildup and magma movement.
28:01 - 30:38 (02:36)
Volcanoes
Summary
This transcript discusses the different types of volcanic eruptions and the science behind them, including the pressure buildup and magma movement.