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Lava fountaining returns to Kilauea’s Halemaumau crater
Honolulu Star-Advertiser • • general
Key Points:
- Lava fountaining resumed at Halemaumau crater for the 51st time since the Kilauea eruption began on December 23, 2024, with fountains reaching about 160 feet from the north vent.
- Winds from the east-northeast are likely to carry volcanic gas, ash, and tephra toward communities in the Ka’u district, including Pahala and Naalehu, as well as areas near Highway 11 southwest of Volcano.
- Higher altitude winds may disperse tephra into communities adjacent to and north of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, prompting officials to advise residents to close windows and disconnect water catchment systems if necessary.
- The National Weather Service warned of ash and lightweight volcanic material potentially affecting downwind areas and urged residents and visitors to stay informed, follow official guidance, and be prepared for possible road or park closures.
- All 51 lava fountaining episodes since late 2024 have been confined to the summit crater, with each episode lasting a day or less.
