Kumani Bank Mud Volcano:
The Kumani Bank mud volcano, located off Azerbaijan’s eastern coast, erupted in 2023, creating a short-lived island, popularly termed a “Ghost Island.” By the end of 2024, this ephemeral island had largely eroded back into the sea. Kumani Bank Mud Volcano is Situated approximately 25 km (15 miles) off the eastern coast of Azerbaijan in the Caspian Sea. A Ghost Island refers to a temporary landmass created by volcanic activity, particularly mud volcanoes, that erodes back into the water over time.
