The immediate and long-term consequences of a significant eruption could be catastrophic, particularly affecting global food supplies and leading to potential political unrest.

The eruption of Mount Tambora in 1815 caused the infamous 'year without a summer,' resulting in drastic temperature drops and widespread crop failures.

Massive volcanic eruptions release sulfur dioxide into the stratosphere, forming aerosols that scatter sunlight and cool the Earth, as seen in the 1991 Mount Pinatubo eruption.

Dr. Stoffel warns that the potential for 'climate chaos' similar to the aftermath of the Tambora eruption could arise from future volcanic activity.

Research indicates that around 716 volcanoes worldwide could be impacted by climate change, increasing the risk of eruptions and subsequent cooling.

The 1815 eruption of Mount Tambora significantly impacted global climate, leading to severe weather anomalies and food shortages across various regions.

Studies suggest that a massive eruption could amplify surface cooling by 15% due to atmospheric changes linked to climate change.

Dr. Markus Stoffel emphasizes the importance of assessing risks and developing evacuation and food security plans in anticipation of future eruptions.

Scientists warn there is a one-in-six chance of a massive volcanic eruption occurring within this century, highlighting the urgent need for preparedness.

While volcanic eruptions can temporarily cool the planet, scientists caution that these effects are short-lived and do not offer a sustainable solution to climate change.

The next major eruption is expected to occur in a climate-altered world, which could lead to more severe impacts than those experienced during the 1815 eruption of Mount Tambora.

Climate change may influence volcanic behavior by reducing pressure on magma through glacier melting, potentially increasing the frequency of eruptions.