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Cut-out 3D model of Soufrière Hills Volcano


Provided by: British Geological Survey

Activity type(s): Classroom activity

Duration: N/A

Suitable for ages: 7-11 years old

Description:

The Soufrière Hills Volcano on the Caribbean island of Montserrat began erupting in 1995 and, in June 1997. Pyroclastic flows claimed the lives of 19 people and led to two-thirds of the population fleeing the island.

This model (not to scale) from the British Geological Survey shows how the volcano is formed from the subducting tectonic plates, and the lava dome with a pyroclastic flow coming from it.

Requires glue and scissors.


Links to activity files: https://earth-science.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/formidable/5/Soufriere-Hills-Volcano.pdf

Subject areas:

    • Hazards

Keywords: volcanoes

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