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90 minGdocumentary

Synopsis

More active and erupting volcanoes were documented by Katia and Maurice Krafft than any other scientists, capturing footage from dangerous locations worldwide.

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Why Watch

  • See the Kraffts on the edge of an ash blast.
  • Find out about dangers of crater lakes.
  • Meet the scientists who died filming volcanoes.

Did You Know

  • Katia and Maurice Krafft documented more active volcanoes than any other scientists.
  • The Kraffts perished in 1991 while filming a volcano in Japan.
  • The film examines carbon monoxide gas dangers under crater-formed lakes.
  • Killer Volcanoes has a runtime of 90 minutes.

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Volcanology enthusiastsScience documentary fansNature lovers
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who were Katia and Maurice Krafft?

Katia and Maurice Krafft were renowned volcanologists who documented active and erupting volcanoes and perished in 1991 while filming a volcano in Japan.

What are some dangers associated with crater-formed lakes?

Crater-formed lakes can build up carbon monoxide gas, which poses significant dangers.

What notable eruption is examined in Killer Volcanoes?

The eruption of Mount St. Helens is examined in Killer Volcanoes.

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