Since 2003, LISALAB has been present on the island of Stromboli with the LiSAmobile system for monitoring the stability of the Sciara del Fuoco and the Northeast crater. Over the years, three generations of GBInSAR LiSAmobile systems have been used, and currently, two radars are installed at 190m and 400 meters above sea level. Our radars have observed and dealt with various critical phases during these years.

Researchers are using the GBInSAR LiSAmobile systems to monitor and analyze increases and decreases in the displacement rate in the upper part of Stromboli volcano. These displacement rate changes are being used as a proxy to infer variations in the pressure conditions within the shallow plumbing system of the volcano. Changes in pressure can be indicative of volcanic activity and are used to forecast the occurrence of phases of higher-intensity volcanic activity. The GBInSAR LiSAmobile monitoring has revealed different deformation patterns. These patterns are associated with imminent eruptions and the opening of new vents on the volcano.

This suggests that there are different mechanisms triggering these events. In other words, the system helps researchers understand how and why volcanic activity is initiated.

The GBInSAR LiSAmobile system has also been effective in recording changes in deformation patterns on both the crater area and the Sciara del Fuoco sector of the volcano. Importantly, these changes have been detected in advance of the onset of relevant volcanic events.

In summary, the GBInSAR LiSAmobile system is a valuable tool for researchers studying Stromboli volcano, as it helps them monitor changes in displacement rates, understand pressure conditions, detect different deformation patterns, and provide early warnings for volcanic activity, contributing to improved volcanic hazard assessment and public safety.