Which Caribbean island contains the La Soufrière volcano that erupted in 2021?

Saint Vincent contains La Soufrière, the volcano that erupted in 2021.

La Soufrière is an active stratovolcano at the northern end of Saint Vincent. Its explosive eruption began in April 2021, producing ash plumes and pyroclastic flows. The eruption led to evacuations and caused major disruption across the island, especially in communities near the volcano.

La Soufrière had erupted previously, including major eruptions in 1812 and 1902. The 1902 eruption caused extensive destruction and many deaths. The volcano’s summit area includes a crater and has changed repeatedly through eruptive activity.

Several Caribbean volcanoes share the French name “La Soufrière,” including volcanoes on Guadeloupe and Montserrat’s Soufrière Hills. The 2021 eruption referenced here was the La Soufrière on Saint Vincent.