The table below lists volcanic eruptions, significant eruptive episodes or related events in the Canary Islands during geologically recent times.

The Cumbre Vieja (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈkumbɾe ˈβjexa]; meaning "Old Summit") is an active volcanic ridge on the island of La Palma in the Canary Islands, Spain. [4]

The Canary Islands are one of the most active volcanic island chains in the Atlantic. They are not part of the Pacific Ring of Fire. Instead, they sit above a deep mantle hotspot that builds massive oceanic …

Jan 19, 2025 · According to the findings from the Canary Islands Volcanological Institute (INVOLCAN), the volcanic traffic lights in Tenerife, El Hierro, Lanzarote, and Gran Canaria are set to green, …

Multiple eruptions have occurred during the last 7,000 years at the Cumbre Vieja volcanic center on La Palma, the NW-most of the Canary Islands. The eruptions have created cinder cones and craters, …

The Canary Islands have always had a high level of volcanic activity, both underwater and on land. Indeed, there are several active volcanoes in the Canaries that are being studied by scientists.

Jan 26, 2025 · Geological experts are keeping a close eye on Mount Teide after data presented at a meeting of the Canary Islands Volcanic Emergency Plan (PEVOLCA), revealed changes in the …

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Dec 6, 2023 · While the Canary Islands are known for their volcanic landscape, it’s important to note that volcanic activity is currently dormant in the region. However, this doesn’t mean that the islands are …

An eruption at the Cumbre Vieja volcanic ridge, comprising the southern half of the Spanish island of La Palma in the Canary Islands, took place between 19 September and 13 December 2021. [7] It was …