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La Palma, in the Canary Islands, experienced a major volcanic eruption in 2021 (Cumbre Vieja Ridge). This eruption, lasting for months, was the longest known eruption on the island. It produced lava flows, ash plumes, and volcanic bombs, causing significant damage. The lava flows reached the sea, creating new land. The eruption also displaced thousands of residents and impacted the island’s economy. While the eruption officially ended in December 2021, its effects are still being felt as the island rebuilds.
| Location: | La Palma, Canary Islands |
| Coordinates: | 28.557889, -17.839925 |
| Volcano Type: | Stratovolcano |
La Palma’s Location
La Palma’s Latest Status
2024: Not Active.
La Palma’s Eruptive History
| Year | Eruptive Activity |
|---|---|
| 1470-1492 | Early Spanish settlers documented an eruption during this period, likely from a vent on the Cumbre Vieja ridge. Precise location and details are uncertain due to limited historical records. |
| 1585 | Eruption of the Tajuya Volcano, lasting 84 days. This eruption produced significant lava flows that reached the sea, causing damage to property and farmland. |
| 1646 | Eruption from the Volcán Martín. This eruption was characterized by Strombolian activity, with moderate explosions and lava fountaining. |
| 1677-1678 | Eruption from the San Antonio volcano. This eruption produced lava flows that traveled towards the west coast of the island. |
| 1712 | Eruption from El Charco. This eruption was characterized by both explosive activity and lava flows, causing damage to villages and farmland. |
| 1949 | Eruption from three vents: Duraznero, Hoyo Negro, and Llano del Banco. This eruption lasted for several weeks and produced lava flows, ashfall, and earthquakes. The eruption of Hoyo Negro was particularly explosive, generating a significant ash plume. |
| 1971 | Eruption from the Teneguía vent on the southern tip of the island. This eruption was mainly effusive, with lava flows reaching the sea and creating new land. It was relatively short-lived, lasting for about three weeks. |
| 2021 | Eruption from multiple vents along the Cumbre Vieja ridge, lasting 85 days. This was the longest known eruption on La Palma. It produced significant lava flows that reached the sea, forming lava deltas and expanding the island’s coastline. The eruption also generated ash plumes that disrupted air travel and caused respiratory problems. Significant damage to property and infrastructure occurred, and thousands of residents were displaced. |
La Palma Monitoring
For monitoring of this volcano, please refer to IGN.
La Palma Images
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