Overview

• Episode 23 of Kīlauea's ongoing summit eruption began on May 25, 2025, with lava fountains from the north vent reaching over 1,000 feet.
• Volcanic gas emissions, including sulfur dioxide, are creating vog and posing respiratory risks to downwind communities.
• Lava flows are contained within the Halemaʻumaʻu crater, with no threat to residential areas or infrastructure reported.
• The eruption has also produced Pele’s hair, thin volcanic glass strands, which can irritate skin and eyes if encountered.
• Tourists have flocked to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park to witness the eruption, while the Volcano Alert Level remains at Watch and the Aviation Color Code is Orange.