Why Vesuvius is the Most Dangerous Volcano in the World

Over 3 million people live in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, the world’s most dangerous volcano. But there is a hidden crisis: decades of poor urban planning have created a labyrinth of narrow streets and crowded housing reaching right up to the summit. If an eruption happens today, these "escape routes" will become deadly bottlenecks. Is Naples prepared for the inevitable lava flow, or is this a disaster waiting to happen? Watch more related documentaries in our playlist    • In the Shadow of Volcanoes   Series: In the Shadow of Volcanoes Episode: Vesuvius - No Way Out