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Deep Dive: Scientists discover a surprising twist in Japan's 7,300-year-old volcanic apocalypse
While some populations declined or disappeared from affected areas, others continued to grow despite the destruction. An international research team led by Lund University investigated how the Kikai-Akahoya eruption changed population patterns across Japan. Their findings challenge the idea that the disaster either completely wiped out nearby communities or left them largely unaffected.
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