Volcano Chimborazo
Ecuador's highest peak at 6,261 m is a massive glaciated stratovolcano in the Northern Volcanic Zone of the Andes. Because of the Earth's equatorial bulge, Chimborazo's summit is the closest place on the Earth's surface to the stars — the farthest point from the Earth's core.
Last Eruption
Historical eruption
Summit Elevation
Stratovolcano · Andesite / Basaltic Andesite
Seismic State
0 events (1.0x rate)
Interactive Volcano & Seismicity Map
Seismicity within 50 km radius, active VAAC ash plumes, and tectonic plate boundaries.
Recent seismicity within 50 km
0 events in the last 12 h within 25 km of the crater.
| Time | Magnitude | Epicenter / Place | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25d ago | M2.1 | 17 km SE of Ambato (Ecuador) | 33 km |
| 28d ago | M3.0 | 17 km NE of Ambato (Ecuador) | 48 km |
Geological & Tectonic Profile
StratovolcanoChimborazo is an active Stratovolcano formed in an active Subduction zone / Continental crust (> 25 km). Dominant lithology: Andesite / Basaltic Andesite.
Volcanic Dossier
VN #352071Official catalogue parameters, coordinates, elevation and geotectonic classification.
Authoritative Monitoring Infrastructure
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Verified scientific, operational, and emergency protocols
Catalogue: Smithsonian Institution, Global Volcanism Program.Smithsonian GVP profile