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(Volcanologists) Katia Krafft, a French volcanologist and filmmaker, is celebrated for her groundbreaking contributions to capturing volcanic activity on film. Alongside her husband Maurice Paul Krafft, she fearlessly approached lava flows to produce remarkable footage. Tragically, the couple lost their lives in a pyroclastic flow on Mount Unzen in 1991, underscoring the dangers inherent in their work. Katia's enduring professional impact is evident in documentaries by Werner Herzog and other filmmakers that honor her commitment and enthusiasm for studying volcanoes.
