Alvin Wong, a researcher from the University of Hong Kong, discusses the significant yet often underestimated impact of volcanic eruptions on global weather patterns and climate change. Highlighting studies from various volcanic events, including the 1982 El Chichon and the 2021-2022 Tonga eruptions, Wong explains how volcanic materials and geothermal heat released during eruptions can alter atmospheric and oceanic systems, leading to extreme weather phenomena like heavy rainfall and altered ocean circulation. Wong calls for a greater consideration of volcanic activity in climate models to improve weather prediction and understanding of climate variability.

00:00 Introduction to Alvin Wong and Volcanic Eruptions

04:13 Hong Kong Rainfall Records and Volcanic Eruptions

29:22 Geothermal Heat from Volcanic Eruptions

32:48 The 2021-2022 Hunga Tonga Eruption

46:50 Global Impact of the Hunga Tonga Eruption

01:02:04 Short-term and Long-term Effects of Volcanic Eruptions

01:10:14 Volcanic Eruptions and Extreme Weather Events

01:17:03 Future Research and Predictions

01:24:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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