Geology and Minerals

Dabbahu Volcano

Dabbahu Volcano (also Boina, Boyna or Moina) is an active volcano located in the remote Afar Region of Ethiopia. This stratovolcano is part of the Afar Triangle (Afar Depression), a highly active volcanic region which includes Erta Ale. An eruption on September 26, 2005 created a large fissure in the ground, known as the Dabbahu fissure.

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See also

• ▸Ischigualasto Formation
• ▸Alpha Herculis
• ▸Davis Lake volcanic field

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