Krakatoa Ship Beached
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Krakatoa Ship Beached
The steamer Berouw is carried by a tidal wave into the jungle at Telokh-Betang, Sumatra
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August 1883: A Historical Moment Frozen in Time - Krakatoa Ship Beached at Telokh-Betang, Sumatra This powerful and evocative photograph captures the aftermath of the cataclysmic eruption of Krakatoa volcano, which occurred on August 26, 1883. The image, taken at Telokh-Betang, Sumatra, shows the steamer Berouw, carried by a massive tidal wave into the jungle. The natural phenomena that unfolded that day were unlike any other in recorded history. The eruption of Krakatoa was heard as far away as Perth, Australia, and Rodrigues Island in the Indian Ocean. The explosion was so powerful that it is believed to have caused the ground to shake as far away as New Zealand and Maldives. The resulting tsunamis caused widespread devastation, with waves reaching heights of up to 40 meters (131 feet) in some areas. In this photograph, the steamer Berouw, which was beached and carried aground, stands as a testament to the destructive power of nature. The jungle, once untouched, now bears the scars of the disaster. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the destructive forces of the natural world and the fragility of human endeavors in the face of such power. The eruption of Krakatoa is considered one of the deadliest volcanic eruptions in recorded history, with estimates of the death toll ranging from 36,000 to 120,000 people. The event also led to significant changes in global climate patterns, causing widespread crop failures and food shortages, and contributing to social and economic upheaval in the affected regions. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the historical significance of the Krakatoa eruption and the natural phenomena that continue to shape our world.
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