#volcanic gas

DOH warns of potential health hazards from Kīlauea vog as eruption pauses

The Hawaiʻi Department of Health is urging residents and visitors to take precautions as elevated volcanic gas emissions from the recently paused Kīlauea eruption continue to produce vog and poor air quality across the islands. 

DOH advises public to be mindful of air quality as Kīlauea erupts

As the eruption and volcanic gas emissions continue, downwind communities may be affected by vog conditions (hazy air pollution caused by volcanic emissions). Particulates in the air and levels of sulfur dioxide (SO2) may increase and fluctuate in various localized areas on Hawai‘i Island, causing poor air quality. Currently, air quality levels are elevated at the Ocean View and Pahala air quality monitoring stations.

Kīlauea Eruption Poses Air Quality Hazard With Increased Vog and SO2 Levels

Health officials say vog conditions and sulfur dioxide (SO₂) air levels may increase and fluctuate in various areas of the state.

Volcano Scientists Gather for “Volatile” Meeting

This week, a group of volcanic gas scientists from across the US will gather for a workshop to improve and facilitate collaboration within the volcanic gas community during times of eruption or “volcanic unrest.”