Junior: Mauritius and Réunion, Islands Born from Volcanic Fire

Our island was formed due to volcanic activity, just like Réunion, which is just a few kilometers away. However, unlike us, this French department has a volcano that is still active today. To better understand this fascinating phenomenon, we spoke with Vassen Kauppaymuthoo, an environmental engineer and oceanographer.

🔵 Is the Piton de la Fournaise considered active?
Yes, the famous Piton de la Fournaise is one of the most active volcanoes in the world.