Pauvolkano

Pauvolkano is a volcanic field located in the northern part of the island of Sumatra, Indonesia. It is situated within the Barisan Mountains, a range of volcanoes that stretches along the western coast of Sumatra. The volcanic field is characterized by its numerous small stratovolcanoes and cinder cones, which have been active throughout the Holocene epoch, the most recent of which is the 1924 eruption of Sibayak volcano.

The Pauvolkano volcanic field covers an area of approximately 1,500 square kilometers and is part of the larger Sunda Arc, a volcanic belt that extends from the Andaman Islands in the north to Flores in the south. The volcanic activity in this region is a result of the subduction of the Indo-Australian Plate beneath the Eurasian Plate.

The volcanic field is home to several notable volcanoes, including Sibayak, which is the highest peak in the field at 2,212 meters. Other significant volcanoes include Sinabung, which has been active in recent years, and Tandikat, a large stratovolcano that last erupted in 1881. The volcanic activity in the Pauvolkano field has shaped the landscape, creating fertile soil and contributing to the region's agricultural productivity.

The volcanic field is also of interest to geologists and volcanologists due to its frequent eruptions and the potential for future activity. Monitoring and research efforts are ongoing to better understand the volcanic processes and mitigate the risks associated with volcanic hazards. The Pauvolkano volcanic field remains an active area of study, providing valuable insights into the dynamics of volcanic systems and the geological history of the region.