Hawaii’s Kilauea Volcano erupted again on Sunday, sending dramatic lava fountains soaring more than 1,000 feet into the sky, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS).
The eruption took place within Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, located about 200 miles southeast of Honolulu. Kilauea, standing at a peak elevation of 4,091 feet, is considered one of the most active volcanoes on Earth.
Officials reported that the eruption is ongoing at the Halemaʻumaʻu crater, part of Kilauea’s larger summit caldera, marking the 23rd eruption episode since December 23.
Health authorities have issued warnings about potential risks from volcanic gases and fine ash, urging residents and visitors to take precautions. Mauna Loa, the world’s largest active volcano, is also situated in the same national park, though it remains quiet for now.
