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Kurile Islands, Russia

48.98 N, 153.48 E
summit elevation 724 m
stratovolcano

The volcanic island of Chirinkotan lies west of the main chain of Kurile islands. The volcano contains a 1 km wide, 300-400 m deep caldera.

1986 Eruptions
In October and November 1986 eruptions were observed at the volcano. On 11th October ash emissions reach a height of 800 m above the crater, and drifted 8 km from the volcano.

1979-80 Eruptions
An eruption began from Chirinkotan volcano in April 1979. In April and May lava flowed down the SSW flank of the volcano. Eruptions of ash occurred until April 1980.