Hawaii island eruptions come to an end
It was only a couple of days ago that Hawaii island was sporting two erupting volcanoes mesmerizing the masses with the awe-inspiring power of nature. 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.
Scientists say both Mauna Loa and Kilauea ‘no longer erupting’
While both eruptions have now paused, HVO geologists say they will continue to closely monitor Mauna Loa and Kilauea for signs of renewed activity. Read more
Lava from Mauna Loa is no longer a threat to cross highway
Lava from the weakening Mauna Loa eruption is no longer threatening Daniel K. Inouye Highway, but businesses that rely on the cross-island road to transport merchandise, supplies and workers are standing by in case that changes. Read more
LIVE BLOG: Mauna Loa reduces lava output
Most of the lava has been confined to a vent in a small pond, officials said. Read more
LIVE BLOG: Mauna Loa alert reduced to ‘watch’ as lava eases
The significance of the reduced lava flow is not yet clear, according to the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory. Read more
Lava output from Mauna Loa eruption continues to weaken
The 12-mile river of lava that had been threatening Daniel K. Inouye Highway, also known as Saddle Road, is now largely dead and cooling, having stalled 1.7 miles from the cross- island road. Read more
Mauna Loa’s Northeast Rift Zone eruption continues, with reduced vigor
3 visitors cited for entering closed lava flow areas at Mauna Loa
The area was closed shortly after the current Mauna Loa eruption to protect people from risk of injury. Read more
LIVE BLOG: Mauna Loa lava output continues to diminish
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory officials said the main flow inched northward at about 7 feet per hour as it settled about 1.7 miles from Daniel K. Inouye Highway today. Read more
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Lava slows its roll on Mauna Loa
Promising developments in the Mauna Loa lava flow have given Daniel K. Inouye Highway a temporary reprieve, at a minimum, and might even signal the beginning of the end to an eruption entering its 10th day. Read more
LIVE BLOG: Mauna Loa’s lava flow stalls near key highway
The flow front of Fissure No. 3 has stalled and remains at 1.7 miles from Daniel K. Inouye Highway, Hawaii County Civil Defense Agency officials said. Read more
LIVE BLOG: Mauna Loa lava continues march toward highway
Visitors are reminded that areas adjacent to Daniel K. Inouye Highway, Old Saddle Road and near the lava flow are closed for public safety. Read more
LIVE BLOG: National Guard troops arrive for Mauna Loa eruption
Hawaii County Mayor Mitch Roth said guardsmen, who will be posted for 12-hour shifts starting today, are helping to direct increased traffic along the route. Read more
Lava-viewing restrictions to be enforced
A majority of spectators at the new volcano viewing area stay next to their vehicles to view the Mauna Loa lava flow, but some are straying from the traffic hazard mitigation route and trespassing into closed areas, officials say. Read more
LIVE BLOG: Hawaii National Guard activated for Mauna Loa eruption
The guardsmen will be placed on State Active Duty and will be working with local law enforcement to support traffic control near the Daniel K. Inouye Highway. Read more
Explosive device closes Mauna Loa viewing area
The Hawaii County Police Department reopened the parking area on old Saddle Road on Sunday afternoon following the conclusion of a police investigation that closed the Mauna Loa eruption viewing area for nearly five hours. Read more
LIVE BLOG: Parking area reopens; Lava crawls toward key highway
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports Fissure No. 3 as the only active flow with “minimal movement” and remains near the 7,000-foot elevation. Read more
Hawaii island still draws home buyers despite eruption risks
The reasons for buying vary among newcomers, retirees and local families: the allure of living among 11 of the planet’s 13 ecosystems; the offer of cooler climates depending on the elevation on the volcanic slopes; and, most importantly, more land and more house at less cost. Read more
With Mauna Loa’s eruption, a rare glimpse into Earth
With the eruption underway, researchers on the Big Island have had to strike a careful balance between concern for public safety and the desire to collect data. Read more
LIVE BLOG: USGS webcam offers live view of Mauna Loa eruption
The lava flow fed by Fissure No. 3 continues its slow march toward the Daniel K. Inouye Highway. Read more
Editorial: Pele puts on a show
The greatest show on Earth — the making of new earth — is happening in our own backyard, with Madame Pele granting us front-row seats without any major threats to life and property. For now. Read more
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