1816, anul fără vară. Omenirea n-a văzut Soarele, iar recoltele au fost compromise. Care a fost cauza? • Newsweek România

The year 1816, known as the "Year Without a Summer," was marked by severe climate changes due to the eruption of Mount Tambora in 1815. This volcanic event caused a significant drop in global temperatures, leading to widespread crop failures and food shortages across Europe and the United States. The eruption released aerosols into the stratosphere, blocking sunlight and resulting in a climate anomaly that lasted for a year. As a consequence, many regions experienced frost and snow during the summer months, devastating agricultural production. The effects included rising food prices, increased crime, and widespread famine, highlighting the profound impact of a single natural disaster on human society.