Ecuador
1.467 S, 78.442 W
summit elevation 5023 m
stratovolcano
summit elevation 5023 m
stratovolcano
Tungurahua is one of the most active volcanoes in Ecuador, and is located about 140 km south of the capital city of Quito.
Tungurahua is a steep-sided stratovolcano that towers 3 km above its northern base. Tungurahua volcano has a complex historical record which includes sudden, violent eruptions. The volcano has a diameter of 14 km.
Historic volcanic activity has occurred at the summit vent, and has consisted of strombolian to vulcanian explosions, sometimes accompanied by pyroclastic flows,
lava flows and lahars.
lava flows and lahars.
For rest of Tungurahua report, click here..http://www.volcanolive.com/tungurahua.html
This is a very active volcano in Ecuador and has been known to cause much damage and destruction. Watch this one closely!
"Pay Attention",
Bobby Sharpe reggae8@aol.com
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