Pico Island (38°30'N., 28°20'W.) takes its name from the highest mountain of the archipelago which stands in its W part. This mountain, 2,352m high, almost completely occupies the W part of the island and has a remarkable summit which terminates in a sharp cone. It is still an active volcano and smoke, flames, and ashes have been emitted to some distance. The summit is frequently obscured by clouds, but in clear weather has been reported visible from up to 75 miles seaward.

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