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The Volcanic Eruptions of Mt Tarawera and Lake Rotomahana and Effects on Surrounding Forests
Authors: J.L. NichollsPublication: New Zealand Journal of Forestry, Volume N.Z.J.For. 1959, Issue N.Z.J.For. 8(1) 1959, pp 133-142, May 1959
Publisher: New Zealand Institute of Forestry
Abstract: Showers of volcanic ash erupted from Mt. Tarawera and Lake Rotomahana about 70 years ago were the last of a long series over the central North Island and were the only ones to have been witnessed by Europeans. All published information on the effects of the two showers on vegetation (mainly forest) is reviewed. It is concluded that severe damage was very limited and recovery is now far advanced, with new associations destined scarcely to differ from the old. It is hoped this review will aid study of the impress of older showers on the present vegetation and soil patterns of the North Island volcanic region.
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