About Titila
Titila is a shield(s) rising to 1,523 meters (4,997 feet) in Russia's Northwestern Pacific Volcanic Regions. Its last known eruption dates to 550 BCE, in prehistoric times. The volcano has produced 1 recorded eruption.
Geography & Climate
Titila is located in Russia, within the Central Kamchatka Volcanic Arc of the broader Northwestern Pacific Volcanic Regions. Situated at 57.41° N, 160.11° E in the Northern Hemisphere, the volcano lies within a subarctic climate zone. With a summit elevation of 1,523 meters above sea level, Titila is a moderately sized peak that remains accessible to hikers and researchers for much of the year. The volcanic landform is characterized as a shield, which describes the physical shape and structure of the volcanic edifice as observed from the surface.
Geological Context
Titila 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 Russia near Titila, 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 basalt / picro-basalt, 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
Titila has 1 recorded eruption in the geological database, spanning from 550 BCE to 550 BCE.
GVP Reference Summary
Titila is a small basaltic shield volcano NW of Lake Glubokoye, west of the crest of the central Sredinny Range. Lava flows radiate from two summit craters, and cinder cones are prominent on its southern flank. Titila overlaps to the W with another small shield volcano, Rassoshina, along with other features in the Sedanka Lava Field to the south. The latest known eruption took place about 2,500 years ago.
— Smithsonian Institution, Global Volcanism Program
1 Recorded Eruption
| Year | VEI | Type | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 550 BCE | — | Confirmed Eruption | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Titila
Is Titila an active volcano?+
Titila is not currently classified as active. Its activity evidence is listed as "Eruption Dated." The last known eruption was in 550 BCE. However, no volcano is ever considered permanently extinct.
When did Titila last erupt?+
The most recent recorded eruption of Titila occurred in 550 BCE. The eruption was classified as a "Confirmed Eruption." Titila has 1 recorded eruption in total.
How high is Titila?+
Titila has a summit elevation of 1,523 meters (4,997 feet) above sea level. At 1,523 meters, it is a moderately sized volcanic peak, roughly comparable to Mount Vesuvius (1,281m).
What type of volcano is Titila?+
Titila is classified as a Shield(s). Shield volcanoes are broad, gently sloping volcanoes built by fluid lava flows. They produce less explosive eruptions compared to stratovolcanoes and tend to have effusive lava rather than violent blasts.
Where is Titila located?+
Titila is located in Russia, in the Northwestern Pacific Volcanic Regions. More specifically, it lies within the Central Kamchatka Volcanic Arc. Its exact coordinates are 57.406° latitude, 160.108° longitude.
Is it safe to visit Titila?+
Titila can generally be visited, but as with any volcano, visitors should check local conditions and any advisory notices before traveling. Russia may have specific regulations for accessing volcanic areas. Guided tours are often the safest and most informative way to experience a volcano.
