Kilauea, recognized as one of the globe’s most active volcanoes, has experienced intermittent eruptions for nearly two months since its activity reignited on Dec. 23. This eruption is centered at the summit crater within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, posing no threat to nearby residential areas.
The latest eruption commenced at 10:16 a.m. with lava cascading down into Halemaumau Crater. Shortly after, a vent ejected lava approximately 330 feet into the air. By Wednesday morning, lava fountains reached heights between 16 and 200 feet.
According to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, “Current hazards consist of volcanic gases and windblown volcanic glass (known as Pele’s Hair) that may affect Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and nearby communities.”
The observatory also released videos showcasing the volcanic activity and is providing a live stream of the ongoing eruption.
This marks the ninth episode of eruptive activity since December 23, as indicated by the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory. Previous eruptions have varied in duration from 13 hours to eight days, with breaks in between.
Last month, CBS affiliate KGMB reported that Kilauea showcased a stunning 26-hour eruption, where live cameras captured the interplay of volcanic gas emissions and summit steam. A bright glow from the north vent suggested that lava was close to the crater’s surface, as per scientists’ observations.
Visitors have been flocking to designated overlook points within the national park to witness the eruption firsthand.
Kilauea is located approximately 200 miles southeast of Honolulu.
