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Krakatoa

Indonesia | Elevation: 813m

Coordinates: -6.102, 105.423

About

Known for the catastrophic 1883 eruption. Its child volcano Anak Krakatoa continues to erupt.

Eruption History

416VEI 6
1680VEI 2
1883VEI 6
1927VEI 2
2018VEI 3
2018VEI 3
Flank collapse triggered tsunami, killed 437
1927VEI 2
Anak Krakatoa emerges from sea
1883VEI 6
Catastrophic eruption - killed 36,000+
1680VEI 2
416VEI 6
Proto-Krakatoa caldera collapse

VEI Scale (Volcanic Explosivity Index)

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Current Volcash Score

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Safety Information

During Ash Fall

Stay indoors, close windows, wear N95 masks if outside. Protect electronics and water supplies.

For Outdoor Activities

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