🌋 Pico do Fogo

Cape Verde · Africa · 14.95°N, 24.34°W

Pico do Fogo is an active stratovolcano located on the island of Fogo, Cape Verde, rising to 2,829 metres (9,281 ft) above sea level. The main cone last erupted in 1680, causing mass emigration from the island. A subsidiary vent erupted in 1995. The only deadly eruption was in 1847 when earthquakes killed several people.

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Quick facts

Country	Cape Verde
Continent / region	Africa
Coordinates (approx.)	14.95°N, 24.34°W · view on map

Pico do Fogo is located in Cape Verde, in Africa.

More stratovolcanoes in Cape Verde

Bordeira (Fogo) · Cova (crater) · Monte Gordo (Cape Verde).

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