RABAUL CALDERA

'Rabaul caldera' is a large volcano situated in East New Britain, Papua New Guinea. It derives its name from the town of Rabaul situated inside the caldera. The highest of its multiple peaks is 688 m.
The sub-vent of Tavurvur is the most visibly active, continuously throwing ash. In 1994 it, along with nearby Vulcan erupted and devastated Rabaul, however, due to planning for such a catastrophe, the townsfolk were prepared and only five people were killed. One of the deaths was caused by lightning.
In 2006, Rabaul started to erupt once more. Residents fear a repeat of the 1994 disaster.

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★ Global Volcanism Program: Rabaul

★ Volcano World: Tavurvur, Rabaul Caldera