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Taveuni has attracted many tourists, as there are a total of 13 resorts on the island. Most of these resorts have the same activities as you may call it. Tourists came to
Taveuni to see the world Heritage Park which is located in Bouma. Among these there are cascading waterfalls in Bouma and Lavena
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Lahars are a fast-moving mixture of volcanic debris and water that are fatal towards creatures and have the potential to destroy many buildings. The path of lahars on
Taveuni will be significantly affected by Taveuni's topography. It is likely that they will strike the southern flank of the island,
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Since 9500 B.C., 167 volcanic vents have formed, primarily along the southern inland tip. The youngest vent formed sometime between 4690 and 4900 B.C. Eruptions occurred at intervals of about 70 years. However, since 1200 B.C., there have been six periods of frequent eruptions, each lasting between
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Unlike many other volcanoes, the largest hazard from
Taveuni is actually its lava flows, which are exceptionally hot (940-1125 degrees Celsius). Because Taveuni is heavily forested, fires can spread fast and easily, but mainly the southern flank of the island will be directly affected by the lava.
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island has a generally good effect on its economy, as it leaves behind rich volcanic soils for farming, in fact, Taveuni island is sometimes referred to as the "Garden State" because of the soil. Since
Taveuni's main income is from agriculture, copra, dalo, and kava crops (Taveuni's major crops)
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A hydrovolcanic eruption occurs when lava comes into contact with water. Hydrovolcanic eruptions can cause violent explosions and large waves. Radiocarbon dating has shown that many hydrovolcanic eruptions occurred in the past. It is quite possible they will occur again during a future eruption.
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Another major hazard of an eruption on
Taveuni is the lava being shot into the air. In some cases lava has been ejected about 1.8 kilometers into the air, and the sheer force of the lava falling can easily destroy any structure on the island that it hits.
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Natural Waterslide, blow holes, Lagoons, the famous Rainbow Reef, the great white Wall Dive, the Location of the second Blue Lagoon Movie, Somosomo Straits and scenic Lookouts.
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Taveuni, as they can easily cause respiration problems, poison water, and corrode metal. Most of the gases include:
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If an eruption does occur, Taveuni's economy could easily be destroyed. Nearly all farms will catch on
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Volcanism on
Taveuni began circa 780,000 years ago, but most volcanic activity took place during the
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hazard zone, and all imports/exports would be completely stopped until the ports are repaired.
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