Lava fountains return to Halemaumau crater before pausing again
All current and recent eruption activity has been within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, geologists said. Read more
Volcanoes
The latest coverage of volcano activity in Hawaii includes the world’s most active volcanoes Kilauea and Mauna Kea on Hawaii island.
Kilauea’s latest eruption pauses for fifth time in past month
HVO said no unusual activity has been observed along Kilauea’s East Rift Zone or Southwest Rift Zone. Read more
Kilauea eruption resumes yet again in summit caldera
This marks the beginning of the fifth episode of the current eruption that began on Dec. 23, following the most recent pause that started Saturday. Read more
Hawaii County moves forward to restore roads overrun by lava
Combined, the two road and waterline restoration projects will cost about $50 million, with 75% of the amount covered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Read more
Kilauea volcano eruption resumes, with small lava flow
Scientists at the U.S. Geological Survey HVO said this is the fourth eruptive episode of the ongoing summit eruption at Kilauea that began on Dec. 23 within Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, interrupted by a series of pauses. Read more
Kilauea shows signs of resuming eruption with lava fountaining expected
Assuming the vents remain open and the inflation rate remains constant, it seems likely that a new lava fountaining episode could begin anytime by Monday, HVO scientists said. Read more
Lava fountaining could resume soon in Kilauea, geologists say
Assuming the vents remain open and the inflation rate remains constant, it seems likely that a new episode of lava fountaining could begin sometime between today and Monday, geologists reported. Read more
Vog conditions could continue in East Hawaii
Hilo residents got a mouthful of vog early this week after a shift in the wind brought a southerly breeze. Read more
Kilauea continues to put on a holiday show for visitors
The holiday-time eruption is drawing thousands of visitors to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and park officials warned visitors last week to stay with the viewing areas and to keep a close eye on their children. Read more
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David Shapiro: Hawaii island volcanoes are sure to fire the spirit
When you walk on those mountains, especially as they come to life, you feel immersed in a spiritual power you never forget. Read more
Kilauea summit eruption inside Halemaumau picks up steam
Fountaining from the southern active vent began to increase and become more continuous around 5:15 p.m. Saturday. Read more
Boy saved from falling into Kilauea volcano summit caldera
Jessica Ferracane, spokesperson for Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, was there and witnessed the shocking scene just before sunset on Christmas Day. Read more
Latest Kilauea volcano eruption resumes after brief pause
The latest eruption started within the summit caldera in the park at 2:20 a.m. Monday with the main active vent on the southwest side of the crater. Read more
Kilauea puts on ‘outstanding’ show at Halemaumau Crater
Fountaining at one point reached almost 300 feet in height, HVO said. Read more
Alert level, aviation code eased after Kilauea eruption stabilizes
As of 5:30 a.m., lava covers approximately 400 acres of the caldera floor, with the activity concentrated on the floor of the southwest part of the crater. Read more
Kilauea Visitor Center will close for renovations in February
Visitors should plan ahead and be prepared for limited services and parking. Volcano House and the Volcano Art Center Gallery will remain open. Read more
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