About Resago, Volcan
Resago, Volcan is a pyroclastic cone rising to 1,890 meters (6,201 feet) in Chile's South America Volcanic Regions. No historical eruptions have been recorded, though the volcano is classified based on geological evidence of past activity.
Geography & Climate
Resago, Volcan is located in Chile, within the Southern Andean Volcanic Arc of the broader South America Volcanic Regions. Situated at 36.46° S, 70.90° W in the Southern Hemisphere, the volcano lies within a temperate climate zone. With a summit elevation of 1,890 meters above sea level, Resago, Volcan is a moderately sized peak that remains accessible to hikers and researchers for much of the year. The volcanic landform is characterized as a minor (basaltic), which describes the physical shape and structure of the volcanic edifice as observed from the surface.
Geological Context
Resago, Volcan sits in a subduction zone, where one tectonic plate dives beneath another, creating intense heat and pressure that generates magma. Subduction zones are responsible for many of the world's most explosive volcanoes and deadliest eruptions. For communities in Chile near Resago, Volcan, this tectonic setting means the volcano is capable of producing powerful explosive eruptions, pyroclastic flows, and lahars that can threaten populated areas within tens of kilometers of the summit. The dominant rock type is andesite / basaltic andesite, a dark, fine-grained volcanic rock that forms from rapidly cooling, low-viscosity lava. Basaltic eruptions tend to be less explosive and produce fluid lava flows that can travel long distances. While less immediately dangerous than explosive eruptions, basaltic lava flows can destroy structures and infrastructure in their path, and volcanic gases released during these eruptions can affect air quality over a wide area.
GVP Reference Summary
Volcán Resago, in the Linares province of central Chile, is a cinder cone with a double crater. It produced a basaltic andesite lava flow that traveled ~3 km WNW into Laguna Dial. The youthful cone may have been formed during an undocumented Holocene eruption (González-Ferrán, 1995).
— Smithsonian Institution, Global Volcanism Program
0 Recorded Eruptions
No eruption records available for Resago, Volcan.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Resago, Volcan
Is Resago, Volcan an active volcano?+
Resago, Volcan is classified as active based on credible evidence of past eruptions. Although its last known eruption was in prehistoric times, volcanologists consider it capable of erupting again.
How high is Resago, Volcan?+
Resago, Volcan has a summit elevation of 1,890 meters (6,201 feet) above sea level. At 1,890 meters, it is a moderately sized volcanic peak, roughly comparable to Mount Vesuvius (1,281m).
What type of volcano is Resago, Volcan?+
Resago, Volcan is classified as a Pyroclastic cone. Pyroclastic cone volcanoes have distinct geological characteristics that set them apart from other volcanic types.
Where is Resago, Volcan located?+
Resago, Volcan is located in Chile, in the South America Volcanic Regions. More specifically, it lies within the Southern Andean Volcanic Arc. Its exact coordinates are -36.461° latitude, -70.903° longitude.
Is it safe to visit Resago, Volcan?+
Resago, Volcan can generally be visited, but as with any volcano, visitors should check local conditions and any advisory notices before traveling. Chile may have specific regulations for accessing volcanic areas. Guided tours are often the safest and most informative way to experience a volcano.
