Mercato eruption
The Mercato eruption (Pomici di Mercato) of Mount Vesuvius refers to a Plinian-type eruption that occurred around 8.890±90 yr BP (6940±90 BC) and is estimated to have had a Volcanic Explosivity Index (VEI) of 6.
The Mercato eruption (Pomici di Mercato) of Mount Vesuvius refers to a Plinian-type eruption that occurred around 8.890±90 yr BP (6940±90 BC) and is estimated to have had a Volcanic Explosivity Index (VEI) of 6.