Overview

• Kilauea volcano on Hawaii's Big Island erupted again on Monday night, with lava fountains reaching over 250 feet in height within an hour.
• This marks the eighth eruption episode since activity began on December 23, 2024, in the Halemaʻumaʻu crater at the volcano's summit.
• The eruption has created visible lava flows covering approximately 15-20% of the crater floor, as observed by the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.
• Health risks from the eruption include vog, a haze formed by volcanic gases, and Pele’s hair, sharp glass fibers that can irritate skin and eyes.
• The eruption is confined to a closed area within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, posing no immediate threat to homes or infrastructure, but visitors are advised to follow safety guidelines.