The Volcano That Stopped Britain

The Volcano That Stopped Britain

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Status

Released

Release Date

May 1, 2010

Runtime

0h 47m

Original Title

The Volcano That Stopped Britain

Production Companies

Discovery Channel, Pioneer Productions

Description

Following the unprecedented disruption caused by the eruption of Iceland's Eyjafjallajökull volcano, The Volcano That Stopped Britain explores the geological and scientific background behind the headlines of this extraordinary story. The documentary identifies the dangers posed by the ash and the effects that it has on aircraft and aviation, as well as exploring the impacts of further possible eruptions to the UK, Europe and the rest of the world.