Geology of Stromboli

Geological Evolution of Stromboli (3)

Palaeostromboli I and II:
Lava flows andy pyroclastic deposits build up a stratovolcano. Outcrops from this period exist only in deep erosional ravines in the southermost part of todays island. Dated rock ages: 156'000 to 54'800 ± 9'100 y B.P (units 2-6).