Mount Yasur, Active volcano on Tanna Island, Vanuatu
Mount Yasur reaches 361 meters above sea level, featuring a circular summit crater of 400 meters in diameter with multiple active vents.
Captain James Cook first documented the volcano in 1774, noting its strong fire glow and continuous eruptions visible from his sailing position.
The John Frum cargo cult considers Mount Yasur a sacred area, believing their deified messenger resides within the volcanic mountain.
The Vanuatu Geo-Hazards Observatory maintains a five-level alert system to inform visitors and residents about current volcanic activity conditions.
The volcano maintains a continuous eruption cycle every few minutes, earning recognition as one of 100 geological heritage sites by International Union of Geological Sciences.
Elevation above the sea: 361 m
Made from material: andesite
GPS coordinates: -19.52833,169.44833
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:51
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