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Pyroclastic flow hazard map of Arenal corresponding to the “near-future” hazard scenario (Scenario 2)

Arenal, Costa Rica, 2012

Figure 9 in: Oramas-Dorta, D., Cole, P. D., Wadge, G., Alvarado, G. E., & Soto, G. J. (2012). Pyroclastic flow hazard at Arenal volcano, Costa Rica: Scenarios and assessment. Journal of volcanology and geothermal research, 247, 74-92. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jvolgeores.2012.07.015



This hazard map is the result of scientific research and was published in academic literature. It is presented here to serve as an example of the map type or the map-making methodology. It is NOT the official, operational map. For the current operational hazard map, please consult the proper institutional authorities.


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Map Set

Oramas-Dorta, D., Cole, P. D., Wadge, G., Alvarado, G. E., & Soto, G. J. (2012). Pyroclastic flow hazard at Arenal volcano, Costa Rica: Scenarios and assessment. Journal of Volcanology and Geothermal Research, 247, 74-92. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jvolgeores.2012.07.015
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jvolgeores.2012.07.015

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Map Data

Map ID3346
Hazard Process(es)PDCs
Hazard Zone PresentationSingle hazard: A single hazard process is represented on a main map panel
Temporal ScaleBackground, or long-term, map
Spatial ScaleVolcano and surrounding area
Publication FormatFigure in a journal article
Zonation Method(s)Scenario modeling
Zonation Model(s)TITAN2D (Pitman et al. 2003; Patra et al. 2005)
Scenario(s) ConsideredPotential topographic change; Source location or direction
Hazard Zone Label(s)Estimated value or Hazard Impact Metric; Hazard process name
Probability Definition(s)Recurrence interval
PurposeScientific interest: Intended for scientific research and general scientific interest; usually published in academic journals
AudienceScientists (usually in scientific publication)
Language(s)English
Basemap(s)Hillshade
Basemap overlay(s)Land-cover map; Street map
DiemsionalityPlanimetric (2D or map) view
Color SchemeRainbow
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