Central Bismarck Sea
Fissure vent in Papua New Guinea
Key Facts
Elevation
-1,300 m (-4,265 ft)
Type
Fissure vent
Location
-3.030°, 147.780°
Region
Bismarck Sea Volcanic Province
Rock Type
No Data (checked)
Tectonic Setting
Rift zone
Location
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Overview
SOFAR signals resembling those produced at known submarine eruptions were recorded in January 1972 in the central Bismarck Sea (Johnson et al. , 1981). The source of the signals was at the junction of two segments of the N margin of the South Bismarck plate.
The more easterly of these segments is a transform fault, whereas the more westerly is an area of oblique active seafloor spreading. The signals were detected by a seismic station on nearby Manus Island, as well as at hydrophone stations on Wake and Midway Islands in the central Pacific.
Volcanic Hazards & Risk Assessment
Primary Hazards
Risk Level
Geological Composition & Structure
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Tectonic Setting
Age & Formation
Eruption Statistics & Analysis
| Metric | Value | Global Ranking | Significance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Recorded Eruptions | Unknown | Low | Moderately active volcano |
| Maximum VEI | VEI Unknown | Minor | Local impact potential |
| Recent Activity | 54 years ago | Historical | Recently active |
Monitoring & Alert Status
Monitoring Networks
Current Status
Nearby Volcanoes in Southwestern Pacific Volcanic Regions
Quick Info
- •Smithsonian ID: 250030
- •Evidence: Eruption Dated
- •Epoch: Holocene
Authority Sources
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Basic Information
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