What can we learn from a short preview of a super-eruption and what are some tractable ways of mitigating

Abstract

This article examines the devastating effects that a super-eruption would have on the world, citing the recent eruption of Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai as a preview of what could happen. The authors argue that we are currently unprepared for such an event, as evidenced by the lack of monitoring equipment and emergency plans in place. They propose several steps to mitigate the risks associated with super-eruptions, including identifying vulnerable areas, enhancing monitoring and surveillance, and developing technologies to remove sulfur aerosols from the atmosphere. – AI-generated abstract.