HONOLULU (AP) — The restless Kilauea volcano on Hawaii’s Big Island has once again come alive, spewing forth streams of molten lava into the air on Wednesday. Kilauea, renowned as one of the most active volcanoes globally, has been in a state of eruption intermittently for nearly two months since its dramatic awakening on December 23rd. The volcanic activity has been concentrated within the summit crater of the volcano, nestled within the breathtaking landscapes of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Fortunately, no residential areas are currently under threat from the flowing lava.
The latest fiery display of nature’s power commenced at precisely 8:22 p.m., as fiery fountains of lava shot up into the sky, reaching impressive heights of 300 to 400 feet (91 to 122 meters) from the north vent of the volcano. This marks the 10th episode of eruptive activity since the initial awakening on December 23rd, as confirmed by the vigilant observers at the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory. Previous episodes have lasted anywhere from 13 hours to eight days, with intermittent pauses in between each fiery display. The most recent eruption episode, number nine, came to a close on the morning of February 12th.
In light of this spectacular natural event, crowds of curious onlookers and fascinated visitors have been flocking to designated overlook sites within the boundaries of the national park, eager to witness firsthand the raw power and beauty of the volcanic eruption. Situated approximately 200 miles (320 kilometers) southeast of the vibrant city of Honolulu, the fiery spectacle of Kilauea’s eruption once again serves as a stark reminder of the ever-changing and dynamic nature of our planet.
