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The extent of hazard by impact from large falling pyroclasts

São Miguel (Agua de Pau, Furnas, & Sete Cidades), Sao Miguel, Azores [Portugal], 1983

Figure 9.5 in: Booth, B., Croasdale, R., & Walker, G.L. (1983). Volcanic hazard on Sao Miguel, Azores. In: Tazieff, H. & Sabroux, J.C. (eds.). Forecasting Volcanic Events. Elsevier, Amsterdam. p. 99-109.



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.

Map Set

Booth, B., Croasdale, R., & Walker, G.L. (1983). Volcanic hazard on Sao Miguel, Azores. In: Tazieff, H. & Sabroux, J.C. (eds.). Forecasting Volcanic Events. Elsevier, Amsterdam. p. 99-109.

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Map Data

Map ID1353
Hazard Process(es)Ballistics
Hazard Zone PresentationSingle hazard: A single hazard process is represented on a series of small map panels of similar sizes
Temporal ScaleBackground, or long-term, map
Spatial ScaleIsland
Publication FormatFigure in a journal article
Zonation Method(s)Geologic history
Zonation Model(s)
Scenario(s) ConsideredSize, VEI, or intensity; Specific past eruption
Hazard Zone Label(s)Recurrence interval
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)Simple or sketch map
Basemap overlay(s)
DiemsionalityPlanimetric (2D or map) view
Color SchemeSymbols and/or lines only
Volcanic Alert Level System
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