Geologic Background:
Ruang volcano, not to be confused with the
better known Raung volcano on Java, is the southernmost
volcano in the Sangihe Island arc, north of Sulawesi
Island. The 4 x 5 km island volcano rises to over 700 m
across a narrow strait SW of the larger Tagulandang
Island. The summit ocontains a crater partially filled by
a lava dome initially emplaced in 1904.
Historic Activity:
- At least 14 eruptions since 1808.
- Its explosive eruptions have often damage inhabited
areas.
Recent Activity:
- Airline pilot report of eruption on June 27, 1996 but
plume was not visible on satellite imagery.
Data Sources:
- Global Volcanism Network (V. 21, No.8).
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