Week 5


 WEEK 5.           

Although Turkey is primarily known for its seismic activity due to its location along major fault lines, the country does have some volcanic activity. The most well-known volcanoes in Turkey are Mount Erciyes, Mount Ararat, and Mount Nemrut, which are classified as dormant. The last significant eruption in Turkey occurred at Mount Nemrut around 1650 B.C. Though volcanic eruptions are not very frequent, turkey still keeps up with it just in case.

Volcanic Hazards from Neighboring Countries
particularly Greece and Italy, have active volcanoes that could affect the region under certain conditions. Greece’s Santorini and Italy’s Mount Etna and Vesuvius are the most notable volcanic threats.

Santorini (Greece): Santorini is an active volcanic island about 400 kilometers southwest of Turkey. Its most famous eruption in 1600 B.C. caused a massive tsunami that affected the eastern Mediterranean, including the Aegean coastline of Turkey. While another eruption could occur, the primary threat would likely be related to ashfall and potential tsunamis affecting Turkey’s coastal areas.

In terms of mitigation, Turkey focuses heavily on preparedness and monitoring. The Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) is responsible for overseeing the country's disaster response, including volcanic risks. AFAD works with other scientific institutions, like the Kandilli Observatory, to monitor seismic and volcanic activities. Early warning systems are being developed, using GPS and satellite technology to track ground deformations that could indicate volcanic activity. Public education and evacuation plans are also KEY components of Turkey's preparedness efforts, ensuring communities in volcanic zones understand the risks and know what to do in case of an eruption.


Summary:
Turkey, though not experiencing recent volcanic eruptions, has dormant volcanoes like Mount Erciyes and Mount Nemrut. It also faces potential volcanic hazards from neighboring countries like Greece and Italy, where active volcanoes like Santorini and Mount Etna could affect Turkey through ashfall or tsunamis. Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) works with scientific organizations to monitor volcanic activity and has mitigation strategies in place, such as early warning systems and public education, to protect its population from possible threats.

References:
AFAD - Disaster and Emergency Management Authority. Available at: www.afad.gov.tr
Kandilli Observatory - Seismic and Volcanic Monitoring Center. Available at: www.koeri.boun.edu.tr
Rizza, M., et al. (2013). "Volcanic hazards and risk in the Mediterranean region." Journal of Volcanology and Geothermal Research, 251, 128-144.
Chester, D.K., Duncan, A.M., and Dibben, C.J.L. (2008). "The Threat from Mount Vesuvius and Related Volcanic Hazards." Natural Hazards, 50(1), 65-92.

Comments

  1. adam khsawnehSeptember 18, 2024 at 9:45 PM

    That's interesting that neighboring countries volcanoes have effects on Turkey. It was cool learning about the volcanic activity as Turkey isn't known for many big volcanoes

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  2. Ana GGSeptember 19, 2024 at 2:33 PM

    This was a very thoughtful volcanic reflection!

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  3. Kyrsten BarruetoSeptember 19, 2024 at 8:01 PM

    Hello, very cool explanation, loved the summary to be honest I have not seen it on any other blog hehe.

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  4. Madison GarzaSeptember 20, 2024 at 1:24 PM

    I enjoyed reading your post. I wasn't aware that Turkey had any volcanoes. My chosen country Nepal doesn't have any volcanoes, but like Turkey, has a neighbor (China) with volcanoes that could affect them if they erupt. I also liked reading about Turkey's mitigation efforts, since it could save lives.

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