How many people died in the Sakurajima 1914 eruptions?

Published estimates put the death toll of the Sakurajima 1914 eruptions (1 January 1910) at 58.

When did the Sakurajima 1914 eruptions happen?

It occurred on 1 January 1910 in Japan.

Volcanic Eruption 1910 Historic

Sakurajima 1914 eruptions

1 January 1910 Japan · Asia 58 deaths

Sakurajima 1914 eruptions occurred on 1 January 1910 in Japan. Recorded deaths: 58.

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