Hawaii’s Kīlauea volcano erupted again early Wednesday morning, unleashing a spectacular 300-foot lava fountain in its 30th eruption in under a year.
The U.S. Geological Survey’s Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) confirmed that “vigorous fountaining” erupted from the Halemaʻumaʻu crater around 1:20 a.m.
Local time.
Lava spewed from the north vent, reaching between 150 and 300 feet, while USGS live cameras captured the molten display from multiple angles.
An orange aviation alert has been issued due to the eruption, but nearby airports remain unaffected.
Since December 23, 2024, Kīlauea’s eruptive cycle has continued with brief, dramatic episodes.
The National Weather Service warned that volcanic gas and ash could drift south, potentially impacting nearby communities.
Despite the awe-inspiring natural show, scientists caution that these eruptions can be unpredictable and potentially hazardous.
Kīlauea remains one of Earth’s most active volcanoes-and it’s showing no signs of slowing down.
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