Poás

volcano, Costa Rica

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Poás Volcano is an active volcano located in the Cordillera Volcánica of central Costa Rica. It is one of the country's highest peaks, reaching an elevation of 8,871 feet (2,704 meters). The volcano features three craters, two of which contain lakes that attract tourists. Poás, along with other volcanoes like Irazú and Arenal, poses a natural hazard to the surrounding regions. Its eruptions can produce ashfall, impacting nearby cities and agricultural areas.12

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… (11,260 feet [3,432 metres]) and Poás (8,871 feet [2,704 metres]), have paved roads reaching to the rims of their active craters. These volcanoes, overlooking the Valle Central, pose a serious natural hazard, as do earthquakes for most of the country. Arenal Volcano (5,358 feet [1,633 metres]), about 56 miles (90…
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… (11,260 feet [3,432 metres]) and Poás (8,871 feet [2,704 metres]), have paved roads reaching to the rims of their active craters. These volcanoes, overlooking the Valle Central, pose a serious natural hazard, as do earthquakes for most of the country. Arenal Volcano (5,358 feet [1,633 metres]), about 56 miles (90…
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