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Historical Indonesian Volcano Data
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Detailed information concerning volcanoes in Indonesia. It compiles current and historical data on various volcanic activities and characteristics. The dataset serves to document and understand the geological landscape and volcanic events within Indonesia, providing a valuable resource for research and analysis of natural phenomena.
Columns
- Numbers: A numerical identifier or index associated with the eruption event.
- Eruption date: The date when a volcanic eruption occurred. This column also captures past eruption dates.
- Volcano: The designated name of the volcano involved in the eruption.
- Cessation date: The date when volcanic activity ceased, or an indication if it is unknown. This is described as the "Death of volcano".
- VEI: The Volcanic Explosivity Index, which measures the explosiveness of volcanic eruptions.
- Characteristics: Describes the types of volcanic activity observed during an eruption, including:
cv(central vent eruption)pf(pyroclastic flows)lf(lava flows)lm(lahar mudflows)cl(crater lake eruption)ph(phreatic eruption)ld(lava dome extrusion)cc(caldera collapse)se(submarine eruption)fa(fumarole activity)rf(radial fissure eruption)
- Tsunami: Indicates whether a tsunami was caused by the eruption or an associated earthquake, with details on height if applicable (e.g., 1–2 m).
- Tephra volume: Quantifies the fragmental material produced by a volcanic eruption, such as "1 km3 +" or "N/A".
- Fatality: Records the number of deaths resulting from the volcanic event.
Distribution
The data is provided in a CSV file format, named
Major_eruption.csv, with a file size of 1.84 kB. It comprises 9 distinct columns. The dataset contains 24 records for most entries, with some columns such as 'Characteristics', 'Tsunami', 'Tephra volume', and 'Fatality' having 23 records, indicating a small percentage of missing values. For instance, the 'Eruption date' column has 24 unique values, while 'Volcano' lists 12 unique names, with Kelut and Merapi being the most common.Usage
This dataset is ideal for geological studies, risk assessment, and historical analysis of volcanic events. It can be utilised for research into volcanic eruption patterns, the impact of eruptions, and the development of predictive models for volcanic activity. Disaster preparedness and response planning could also benefit from the insights gleaned from this information.
Coverage
The geographic scope of the dataset is focused exclusively on Indonesia, listing various volcanoes within the country. The time range covers a spectrum of past eruption dates, with specific instances like "21 December 2018" being a frequently occurring eruption date. The dataset's content is stated to include all volcano information up to the current date.
License
CC BY-SA 3.0
Who Can Use It
- Geologists and Volcanologists: For in-depth research on volcanic activity, eruption characteristics, and geological formations in Indonesia.
- Environmental Researchers: To study the environmental impact of volcanic eruptions and related natural disasters.
- Disaster Management Agencies: For risk assessment, emergency planning, and developing strategies for mitigating volcanic hazards.
- Academics and Students: As a resource for educational purposes, case studies, and academic projects in earth sciences.
- Data Scientists and Analysts: To explore patterns, trends, and correlations within volcanic data.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Indonesian Volcano Eruption Log
- Indonesia Volcanic Activity Records
- Historical Indonesian Volcano Data
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Original Data Source:Historical Indonesian Volcano Data
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