Park earthquake history

A historical catalogue of seismic events recorded in the vicinity of the Namib Desert protected area.

Iona National Park Earthquake History and Recorded Seismic Activity Archive

Access a structured collection of recorded seismic activity associated with the geographic coordinates of Iona National Park. This catalogue provides indexed historical event data, including magnitude, depth, and epicentre proximity for events logged in the region. Each record reflects verified source data, offering a transparent view of the seismic history surrounding this expansive desert landscape along the Angolan coast.

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Ancient desert wilderness on the Skeleton Coast

Iona National Park

Iona National Park is the largest and oldest national park in Angola, encompassing a vast stretch of the Namib Desert along the country's southwestern Atlantic coast in Namibe Province. The park covers approximately 15,200 square kilometres and represents one of the most significant protected desert ecosystems in Africa. Established as a reserve in 1937 and upgraded to national park status in 1964, Iona holds the distinction of being Angola's premier conservation area, though its history has been marked by significant disruption during the Angolan Civil War and subsequent rehabilitation efforts. The park occupies a remarkable geographic position where the cold Benguela Current creates dense coastal fogs that sustain unique life forms in this extreme environment. To the east, the landscape rises toward the Great Escarpment, while the Curoca and Cunene Rivers define the park's northern and southern boundaries. This transitional zone between ocean and interior plateau supports exceptional biodiversity, including the legendary Welwitschia mirabilis, a living fossil plant that derives moisture from sea fog. The park forms a continuous protected corridor with Namibia's Skeleton Coast and Namib-Naukluft parks, creating a transfrontier conservation area spanning roughly 50,000 square kilometres of pristine desert coastline.

Location: Angola
Park type: National park
Established: 1964
Area: 15,200 km²

Iona National Park Atlas

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Examine historical earthquake observations near Iona National Park

Iona National Park’s earthquake catalogue associates reported epicentres with its Angolan Namib Desert and Atlantic boundary by calculated distance, without linking events to dunes, coastal processes, or ancient desert geology. Dates, magnitudes, depths, localities, sources, and park-distance values permit historical comparison without attributing landscape effects, current danger, or future activity.

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This page describes catalogued earthquakes associated with the park by epicentre location and distance. It does not establish causation, assess current danger, or predict future earthquakes.

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Browse further protected parks after Iona National Park

Once earthquake browsing around Iona National Park concludes, readers can continue beyond Angola's Namib Desert and Skeleton Coast protected landscape into other destinations. Their presence does not signify common national-park status, desert terrain, geographic closeness, geology, seismic records, hazards, risk, wildlife, or equivalent documentation.

National parkNamibia

Park boundaries overlap#1 closest

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Skeleton Coast National Park: Namibia's Remote Desert-Coast National Park Exploration

Mapped landscape, shipwrecks, and profound geographic isolation.

Delve into the Skeleton Coast National Park, a monumental protected area in Namibia defined by its stark desert and ocean interface. This page provides detailed geographic context for the park's vast expanse, highlighting its characteristic shipwrecks and the dramatic landscape where towering sand dunes confront the cold Atlantic. Understand the unique protected-area identity of this legendary coastal wilderness through its mapped features and remote setting.

Area: 16,845 km²
Established: 1971
IUCN: II
Relief: Lowland

Skeleton Coast National Park protected area

Wildlife reserveAngola

About 91 km away#2 closest

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Namibe Partial Reserve: Mapping the Arid Landscapes and Conservation Areas of Angola

Southwestern Angola Wildlife Reserve Geography

Namibe Partial Reserve encompasses vast desert dunes and unique arid plains in southwestern Angola. The protected area offers a look at the ecological character of the Kaokoveld Desert, highlighting the natural geography and boundary context of this significant wildlife reserve within the region.

Area: 4,450 km²
Established: 1960
IUCN: IV
Relief: Lowland

Namibe Partial Reserve Protected Landscape

National parkKunene Region

228 km away#3 closest

Southeast

Etosha National Park National Park: Mapped Protected Landscape and Regional Geography

Discover its protected boundaries and geographic context.

Gain a structured understanding of Etosha National Park, a prominent national park within Namibia's Kunene Region. This entry focuses on the park's protected landscape identity, detailing its mapped boundaries and geographic significance. Explore Etosha National Park through the lens of atlas-driven discovery, appreciating its role as a key protected area and its contribution to the regional geography of the surrounding landscape.

Area: 22,270 km²
Established: 1907
IUCN: II
Visitors: 200K annual

Etosha National Park Protected Landscape Atlas

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About 234 km away#4 closest

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Bicuar National Park National Park: Explore Protected Landscape and Regional Geography in Angola

Mapped boundaries and geographic context for Bicuar National Park.

Bicuar National Park represents a distinct protected area within Angola, offering valuable insights into the nation's natural geography. As a designated national park, its mapped boundaries are crucial for understanding its spatial extent and ecological significance. This resource supports detailed atlas exploration, allowing for a deeper appreciation of the park's landscape and its role within the regional context of Southern Africa.

Bicuar National Park Protected Area

National parkAfrica

About 234 km away#5 closest

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Bicuari National Park: An African National Park with Distinct Protected Landscape Identity

Explore its mapped geographic boundaries and regional terrain.

Bicuari National Park represents a vital component of Africa's protected lands network. This national park offers a specific focus on its unique geographic setting and the mapped extent of its protected boundaries. As an atlas entry, it provides critical context for understanding the park's landscape within the broader regional geography of the African continent, ideal for detailed geographic exploration.

Bicuari National Park protected area atlas

National parkCunene Province

About 267 km away#6 closest

East

Mupa National Park National Park: Exploring Protected Landscapes and Geographic Context

Discover the mapped terrain and boundaries in Cunene Province.

Mupa National Park is a vital protected area within Cunene Province, Angola, serving as a key component of the region's conservation atlas. This national park represents a distinct geographic entity, offering detailed insights into its mapped landscape and protected boundaries. Users can explore Mupa National Park to understand its specific contribution to the protected lands of southern Angola and to appreciate its unique position within the broader regional geography and natural terrain.

Area: 6,600 km²
Established: 1964
Access: Access unknown
Scope: Terrestrial

Mupa National Park Protected Area

Wildlife reserveOshana Region

About 284 km away#7 closest

Southeast

Oshana-System Wildlife Reserve: Mapping the Seasonal Wetlands of the Oshana Region

A complex network of drainage channels and savanna grasslands

The Oshana-System functions as an expansive inland wetland complex, defined by its flat, sandy terrain and cyclic flooding. This wildlife reserve spans significant portions of north-central Namibia, offering a distinct study in low-gradient hydrology and savanna-wetland transitions characterized by mopane woodland and makalani palms.

Area: 30,000 km²
Relief: Lowland
Scope: Terrestrial
Water: Water-dominated

Oshana-System Wildlife Reserve Atlas

National parkNamibia

440 km away#8 closest

South

Dorob National Park: Namibia's Expansive Coastal Desert and Protected Bird Habitat

Explore mapped landscapes and regional geography.

Dorob National Park is a prime example of a protected coastal desert landscape, stretching along Namibia's Atlantic coast. This national park is renowned for its significant bird populations, making it an Important Bird Area with extensive mapped habitats supporting diverse species. Understand the park's geographic context, from its dramatic dunes to its ephemeral river systems, and its role as a key conservation area within the region.

Area: 107,540 km²
Established: 2010
IUCN: II
Relief: Lowland

Dorob National Park Protected Area

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Deepen your understanding of Iona National Park's protected landscape and its place within the atlas of Angolan conservation areas. By examining its mapped boundaries and regional context, you can gain valuable insights into its geographic significance and the broader patterns of protected lands in Namibe Province. This exploration facilitates a structured approach to understanding natural environments.

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