Volcanic Records Greatest Volcanic Eruption: The greatest volcanic eruption took place in 1815, on the isle of Tambora, a volcano. The volcano threw up 24 cubic miles of ash, lowering the island by 4,100 feet. (92,000 people died.)

Greatest Volcanic Explosion: The greatest volcanic explosion took place in 1883, on Krakatoa, another island. The explosion hurled rocks 34 miles high, as well as creating a 131ft. seismic wave. (36,000 people died.)

Tallest Geyser Spurt Ever: The tallest geyser spurt ever, coming from Wiamangu, took place in New Zealand. It spurted up water over 1,500 feet high. ThatÕs higher than the Sears Tower in Chicago!!! The geyser is now inactive.

Largest Active Volcano: The largest active volcano is Mauna Loa in Hawaii, with a diameter of 62 miles. Did you know that if compared to Mt. Everest, Mauna Loa, though submerged, is even larger?

Highest Active Volcano: The highest active volcano is Gualatirir in Chile, with a height of 19,882 ft. above sea level.

Tallest Active Geyser: The highest active geyser is Steamboat geyser, located in Wyoming, USA, shooting up water to heights of up to 380 ft. daily.