Jul 31, 2017 · 47m
How a giant volcanic eruption on a small Indonesian island on the Pacific Ring of Fire wreaked global havoc in the mid-13th century, causing summer to turn to winter and leaving millions starving.
Volatile Earth
Scientists who are experts in natural disasters identify the most extreme catastrophes to have hit the Earth and piece together exactly what happened from the evidence left in their wake.
Season 1 Episodes
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Aug 7, 2017 · 47m
Forensic techniques are used to investigate bizarre landscapes in the USA, Iceland and on the floor of the English Channel that were carved out by raging floods on a huge scale thousands of years ago.
Aug 14, 2017 · 47m
Scientists examine The Great Hurricane of 1780, the most powerful event of its kind on record, to find out what made it so destructive and ask whether warming climates could create more monster storms.
Season 1 FAQ
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
When did Volatile Earth Season 1 premiere?
Volatile Earth Season 1 premiered on July 31, 2017.
How many episodes are in Volatile Earth Season 1?
Volatile Earth Season 1 has 3 episodes.
What is the first episode of Volatile Earth Season 1?
The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "Killer Volcanoes". It aired on July 31, 2017.
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