Kilauea Volcano’s Eruptions Could Continue for Months or Years, Report Says

At a Glance A new report from the Hawaii Volcano Observatory says the eruptions at the Kilauea Volcano could continue for months or years. Lava flows have been reported at the lower East Rift Zone since May 3. Since the … Read More

Hawaii’s Kilauea Volcano Destroys Hundreds of Homes, Including Big Island Mayor’s House, Official Says

At a Glance An official said hundreds more homes were destroyed by Kilauea overnight on the Big Island. Lava flows have covered at least 8 square miles in the Puna district. More than a dozen residents who ignored evacuation orders … Read More

Kilauea explosion ash cloud reached up to 10,000 feet

(CNN)A small explosion from the Halemaumau crater in Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano at about midnight local time created an ash cloud that reached up to 10,000 feet, according to an alert from the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory. More explosive events like the … Read More

New lava fissure opens as Hawaii awaits explosive eruption

PAHOA, Hawaii — New lava fissures, ground deformation and abundant volcanic gases indicate eruptions on the eastern flank of Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano are likely to continue. Authorities said three new fissures opened Saturday and early Sunday, ramping up the amount of lava outbreaks … Read More