Momotombo

 

Momotombo Volcano is a prominent stratovolcano located in Nicaragua on the western shores of Lake Managua. Rising to an elevation of 1,297 meters, its symmetrical cone and history of explosive activity make it one of the most notable volcanoes in Central America. Momotombo is part of the Central American Volcanic Arc, a chain of volcanoes formed due to the subduction of the Cocos Plate beneath the Caribbean Plate. Eruptions from Momotombo have produced primarily basaltic and andesitic lavas.

Location:	Nicaragua
Coordinates:	12.424133, -86.539088
Volcano Type:	Stratovolcano

 

Momotombo’s Location

Coordinates:12.424133, -86.539088

 

Momotombo Latest Status

2021: Momotombo erupts with VAAC Washington issuing an Ash Advisory rising to 1500 meters.

 

Momotombo’s Eruptive History

Pre-16th Century	Evidence of past eruptions, but specific dates unknown.
1522-1610	Several recorded eruptions.
1764	Significant eruption noted.
1886	Eruption with lava flows.
1905	Eruption with significant ashfall and explosions.
2015-2016	Increased activity, gas emissions, minor eruptions, lava flows.
2019	Ash Advisory Issued
2021	Ash Advisory Issued with plume rising 1500m.

 

Momotombo’s Monitoring

INETER: The Nicaraguan Institute of Territorial Studies (INETER) is responsible for monitoring Momotombo’s activity.

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