Tahogaite, the volcano that changed La Palma

Ashes and materials ejected from the volcano on La Palma have become an active part of the reconstruction.

September 19, 2021 Volcano Tadjogaite moving to the island Palm forever. Destruction erupted for 85 days until December 13th. Homes, infrastructure and crop fields were lost, but the volcano itself became an active participant in the reconstruction.

ash And lapilli The expelled Tahogaite are now the raw material that promotes new commercial, economic and job creation mechanisms on La Palma.

ash Displaced by Tachogaite, it is now a very powerful additive due to its properties and resistance to high temperatures. In combination with materials ejected by a volcanoand lime was able to develop experimental concrete for road reconstruction. This experimental and unique project showed good results with concrete that is very resistant to high temperatures.

On the other side, lapilli Raul Vargas uses it for his jewelry. Material that had accumulated and been buried in places now becomes small works of art which provide beauty and help the economic recovery of La Palma.

To this should be added the geological value of the new formations resulting from the eruption, which provided the island with new places of interest for geotourism and this also gives La Palma an additional and special value.