Global InformationIriomote submarine volcano information
| Submarine Volcano NNE of Iriomotejima | |
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 Satellite image of Iriomote Island–the volcano is located approximately in the center of the upper part of the image. | |
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| Summit depth | −200 m (−656 ft)[1] |
| Location | |
| Coordinates | 24°34′N 123°56′E / 24.57°N 123.93°E |
| Country | Japan |
| Geology | |
| Type | Submarine volcano |
| Last eruption | October 1924 |
The Iriomote submarine volcano is an active submarine volcano located 20 km (12 mi) north of Iriomote Island, Japan. The volcano is also known as the Submarine Volcano NNE of Iriomotejima. Its only reported eruption occurred on October 31, 1924—measuring a Volcanic explosivity index (VEI) of 5, it is one of the largest historical eruptions in Japan. However, scientific knowledge about the eruption is sparse.[1]
- ^ a b "Submarine Volcano NNE of Iriomotejima". Global Volcanism Program. Smithsonian Institution.