Hidden Volcano Abyss

55 mins
In January 2022, one of the most powerful volcanic eruptions in recorded history rocked the Pacific islands of Tonga, sending shockwaves around the world. Through first-person accounts of the disaster and eyewitness footage, experience the terrifying power of the eruption and the devastating tsunami that struck the shores of Tonga. Why was this eruption so big, how did it cause the tsunami, and could another disaster loom? NOVA investigates on "Hidden Volcano Abyss."

Tom Watt-Smith

Executive Producer

Duncan Bulling

Director of Photography

Gerrit Swanepoel

Sound Mixer

Richard Bradley

Executive Producer

Tom Fowlie

Camera Operator

Jonny Pilcher

Original Music Composer

Chris Schmidt

Executive Producer

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