NOVA (1974)

Episode Overview

Countless individuals reside near active volcanoes, living under the looming danger of potential eruptions. Each day, their lives and homes are endangered by these dormant forces of nature. Journey with scientists as they explore various locations, including Japan's iconic Mount Fuji, the submerged "Sleeping Giant" near Naples, and the infamous Yellowstone supervolcano in the U.S. These researchers aim to assess the eruption probabilities, predict potential timelines, and determine the catastrophic impact these volcanoes could unleash on nearby communities.