Why is it in the news?
The Taftan Volcano in Iran showed upward movement of about 9 cm in 10 months.
Category: Geography
Important Points:
● Stratovolcano in southeastern Iran near Pakistan border
● Height approx. 4,000 metres
● Tallest mountain in southeastern Iran
● Has two summits: Narkuh and Matherkuh
● Features active hydrothermal system with fumaroles
● Located in Makran volcanic arc
● Formed by subduction of Arabian Plate beneath Eurasian Plate
● No recorded eruption in human history
● Last major eruption estimated 700,000 years ago