Hawaiian Volcano Observatory: Significant Lava Increase at Kilauea
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory: Significant Lava Increase at Kilauea
The Kilauea volcano has started erupting again in the Halemaumau crater after a three-month pause.
The Kilauea volcano has started erupting again in the Halemaumau crater after a three-month pause.
Fountains of lava have reached heights of up to 200 feet at Kilauea's summit.
Fountains of lava have reached heights of up to 200 feet at Kilauea's summit.
Webcam images captured the brightness at the summit, indicating the start of the eruption.
Webcam images captured the brightness at the summit, indicating the start of the eruption.
Fissures at the base of the crater generate lava flows on the surface of the crater.
Fissures at the base of the crater generate lava flows on the surface of the crater.
The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reported that 33 feet of new lava had been added to the crater floor.
The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reported that 33 feet of new lava had been added to the crater floor.
The height of the lava fountain at the summit is consistently over 50 feet.
The height of the lava fountain at the summit is consistently over 50 feet.
The eruption is contained within Halemaumau Crater and does not pose a threat to the public.
The eruption is contained within Halemaumau Crater and does not pose a threat to the public.
Gas emissions from the explosion are a concern, especially for individuals with respiratory problems.
Gas emissions from the explosion are a concern, especially for individuals with respiratory problems.
The Volcano Alert Level for Kilauea has been raised by HVO from "Watch/Orange" to "Red/Warning".
The Volcano Alert Level for Kilauea has been raised by HVO from "Watch/Orange" to "Red/Warning".
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