Eight Minutes to Live: The Untold Stories of Mount St. Helens Survivors from America's Deadliest Volcanic Eruption

What would you do if you knew you had just eight minutes to live?In Eight Minutes to Live, award-winning journalist Betty J. Myers uncovers the untold stories of Mount St. Helens survivors from the day America faced its deadliest volcanic eruption. Through firsthand interviews, vivid recollections, and expert insights, you'll step into the chaos, grief, and unexpected hope that emerged from the ash and devastation of May 18, 1980.Myers weaves together raw survivor accounts with the science that forever changed how we understand volcanoes. You'll learn how ordinary people made split-second decisions, how families grappled with loss, and how this single event reshaped volcanic monitoring around the globe.Whether you're drawn to gripping true-life drama, passionate about earth science, or simply curious about human resilience, this book delivers powerful lessons in courage and community. You'll come away with a deeper appreciation for the forces of nature-and the strength we all carry when everything seems lost.Don't miss these extraordinary stories of survival. Click "Look Inside" or add it to your cart now and discover how eight minutes can change everything.

• | Author: Betty J. Myers
• | Publisher: Independently Published
• | Publication Date: Jun 20, 2025
• | Number of Pages: 00164 pages
• | Binding: Paperback or Softback
• | ISBN-10: NA
• | ISBN-13: 9798288938573