#explosive eruption

BREAKING: Explosive Eruption at Kīlauea, 30,000 ft Ash Plume Expected

Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports an Explosive Eruption at Kīlauea’s Summit occurred this morning. The resulting ash plume was estimated to be 30,000 ft high

Number of Residents Seeking Shelter Rises, New Fissure Emerges

An new fissure opened up this morning in Lanipuna Gardens Subdivision between fissure 15 and 16, bringing the total to 19 at the East Rift Zone eruption.

Lowering of Lava Lake Raises Potential for Explosive Eruptions

The steady lowering of the lava lake within Halemaʻumaʻu at the summit of Kīlauea Volcano has raised the potential for explosive eruptions in the coming weeks.