Natural Disasters in 1985
Summary: our documented records include 1 major natural disaster in 1985, with a combined estimated death toll of 23,000. This covers major documented events only — smaller events of 1985 may not be recorded.
| Event | Type | Country | Date | Fatalities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 Nevado del Ruiz Eruption (Armero Tragedy) | Volcanic Activity | Colombia | Nov 13 | 23,000 |
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