In their final moments, a Pompeii family fought to survive

Archaeologists found signs of their efforts.

View in browser|nytimes.com May 20, 2025 One day in the year 79, Pompeii came under fire from Mount Vesuvius, sending residents running for safety. Scientists have now documented how one family sought refuge at a home in the doomed city. Archaeological Park of Pompeii The study helps illustrate the horror the family experienced. → Sign up for Science Times Get stories that capture the wonders of nature, the cosmos and the human body. Get it in your inbox If you received this newsletter from someone else, subscribe here. Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018