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Volcanic Hazards at Tongariro

Tongariro, New Zealand, 2007

GNS Science (compiler). (2007). Volcanic Hazards at Tongariro.



This map was produced by an official agency, but is NOT the most recent, most complete, or main operational map. For the current operational hazard map, please consult the proper institutional authorities.


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Map Data

Map ID507
Hazard Process(es)Ballistics; Gas; Lava flows; PDCs; Proximal hazards; Tephra fall
Hazard Zone PresentationHazard level-focused: All or most hazards are combined by hazard level on a main map panel
Temporal ScaleBackground, or long-term, map
Spatial ScaleVolcano and surrounding area
Publication FormatSign or billboard
Zonation Method(s)Geologic history
Zonation Model(s)
Scenario(s) ConsideredNo scenarios were discernable from the map
Hazard Zone Label(s)Hazard process name; Location or source name
Probability Definition(s)No probability definition was discernable from the map
PurposeCrisis management and response: Intended to be used for managing, responding to, and taking action during an eruption; often includes evacuation routes, access restrictions, actions to take, etc.
AudienceTourists or visitors (often for national parks or hiking trails)
Language(s)English
Basemap(s)Hillshade
Basemap overlay(s)Street map; Trail or hiking map
DiemsionalityPlanimetric (2D or map) view
Color SchemeRed to Yellow
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