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A spray of fiery lava shoots high into the air. Clouds of black ash blot out the sun. The power of the planet's inner core is unleashed upon its outer shell. Death and devastation follow in its wake. Behold the fury of Mount St. Helens' eruption after 123 years of inactivity. Learn of scientists' fears surrounding Mt. Rainer, judged the most dangerous volcano in the U.S. View rare footage of the terrifying eruptions that took place around "The Ring of Fire," a chain of volcanoes that surround the Pacific Ocean. See how the Japanese have prepared for the inevitable return of the volcanic earthquakes that wiped out two-thirds of Tokyo in 1923. And consider the possible world wide consequences of extreme volcanic activity, repercussions that dwarf the projected effects of a nuclear winter. Filled with unforgettable imagery and showcasing the magnificent bravery of those who lived with ticking timebombs looming over their lives, Real Volcanoes is a spectacular viewing experience.