Paka (volcano)

Paka is a shield volcano located in the Great Rift Valley, Kenya. Geothermal activity is widespread at Paka. Paka means "ochre" in Pokot.

Paka
Paka is located in Kenya
Paka
Paka
Location in Kenya
Highest point
Elevation1,697 m (5,568 ft)
Coordinates0°55′10″N 36°11′29″E
Geography
LocationKenya
Geology
Mountain typeShield volcano
Last eruption7550 BCE ± 1000 years

See also

References

  • "Paka". Global Volcanism Program. Smithsonian Institution. Retrieved 2021-06-24.
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