what damages are caused due to volcanic eruptions
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damage caused by volcanic eruptions are listed below:
· Contamination of Drinking Water:
· Contamination of surface drinking water sources due to deposit of ash, the effect of gases or toxic substances, or animal cadavers near intakes or in open water canals;
· Contamination of ground water is relatively unlikely, unless the ashfalls are very extensive and/or contain high levels of contaminants, or if they enter well openings (particularly those without protective coverings), thereby polluting stored water;
· Filters or water treatment plants can be contaminated by ashfall in settling tanks, flocculation tanks, or filters;
· Contamination of open tanks or reservoirs.
· Damage to Pipelines, Partially Buried Tanks and Other Installations. Lava flows, if abundant and with enough erosion capacity, can cause damage even in buried installations such as:
- · Drinking or waste water pipes. Pipes, chambers, and valves can be unearthed, displaced, or crushed;
- · Semi-buried tanks or reservoirs can be partially or totally destroyed.
Volcanic activity and volcanic eruption is usually triggered by alterations of tectonic plates, resulting in landslides or earthquakes. Volcanic eruptions can be extremely damaging to the environment, particularly because of a number of toxic gases possibly present in pyroclastic material.
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