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Rahat, Harrat: eruption history
Elevation1,744 m
TypeVolcanic field
Confirmed eruptions2#1 of 7 in country
Latest eruption1256-06-05
Largest VEI3
Location23.08, 39.78
By VEI
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Eruptions (latest first, up to 60)
| Start | VEI | End | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1256-06-05 | 3 | 1256 | Fissure 20 km SE of Madinah |
| 641 | 2 | – | West of Madinah |
Nearby volcanoes
| Volcano | Distance | Eruptions |
|---|---|---|
| Kishb, Harrat | 167 km | 0 |
| Khaybar, Harrat | 270 km | 1 |
| Lunayyir, Harrat | 311 km | 1 |
| Ithnayn, Harrat | 391 km | 0 |
| Birk, Harrat al | 558 km | 0 |
| Yar, Jabal | 742 km | 1 |
| Tair, Jebel at | 864 km | 5 |
| Bayuda Volcanic Field | 902 km | 1 |
Eruption records from the Smithsonian Global Volcanism Program; older eruptions may be missing. VEI = Volcanic Explosivity Index (0–8). For current alerts, check the official agency.