About Yanteles
Yanteles is a stratovolcano(es) rising to 1,790 meters (5,873 feet) in Chile's South America Volcanic Regions. The volcano is currently active, with its most recent eruption in 6650 BCE. The volcano has produced 3 recorded eruptions.
Geography & Climate
Yanteles is located in Chile, within the Southern Andean Volcanic Arc of the broader South America Volcanic Regions. Situated at 43.47° S, 72.78° W in the Southern Hemisphere, the volcano lies within a temperate climate zone. With a summit elevation of 1,790 meters above sea level, Yanteles is a moderately sized peak that remains accessible to hikers and researchers for much of the year. The volcanic landform is characterized as a composite, which describes the physical shape and structure of the volcanic edifice as observed from the surface.
Geological Context
Yanteles 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 Yanteles, 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.
Eruption History Summary
Yanteles has 3 recorded eruptions in the geological database, spanning from 7240 BCE to 1835 CE. These eruptions span roughly 9,075 years of volcanic history.
GVP Reference Summary
Little-known glacier-covered Yanteles volcano in southern Chile is at the corner of a volcanic massif located 60 km S of the city of Chaiten, with higher eroded peaks about 5 km E and along a ridge extending 10 km SW. Several Holocene tephra layers have been attributed to this volcano. There were reports of an eruption at the time of the 20 February 1835 Chile earthquake, and Sapper (1917) stated that previously unseen black areas were observed there after the 1835 earthquake, but the nature of this activity is not clear.
— Smithsonian Institution, Global Volcanism Program
3 Recorded Eruptions
| Year | VEI | Type | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1835 | — | Uncertain Eruption | — |
| 6650 BCE | — | Confirmed Eruption | — |
| 7240 BCE | — | Confirmed Eruption | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Yanteles
Is Yanteles an active volcano?+
Yanteles is not currently classified as active. Its activity evidence is listed as "Eruption Dated." The last known eruption was in 6650 BCE. However, no volcano is ever considered permanently extinct.
When did Yanteles last erupt?+
The most recent recorded eruption of Yanteles occurred in 1835 CE. The eruption was classified as a "Uncertain Eruption." Yanteles has 3 recorded eruptions in total.
How high is Yanteles?+
Yanteles has a summit elevation of 1,790 meters (5,873 feet) above sea level. At 1,790 meters, it is a moderately sized volcanic peak, roughly comparable to Mount Vesuvius (1,281m).
What type of volcano is Yanteles?+
Yanteles is classified as a Stratovolcano(es). Stratovolcano(es) volcanoes have distinct geological characteristics that set them apart from other volcanic types.
Where is Yanteles located?+
Yanteles is located in Chile, in the South America Volcanic Regions. More specifically, it lies within the Southern Andean Volcanic Arc. Its exact coordinates are -43.469° latitude, -72.782° longitude.
Is it safe to visit Yanteles?+
Yanteles 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.
