Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano has once again begun to erupt, launching lava into the sky as of Wednesday evening.
Known as one of the planet’s most active volcanoes, Kilauea has shown intermittent eruption activity for almost two months, having started its latest phase on December 23. The eruptions are centered at the summit crater within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, with no risk to nearby communities from the flowing lava.
The recent activity commenced at precisely 8:22 p.m. As the eruption progressed, lava fountains were observed shooting up between 300 to 400 feet (approximately 91 to 122 meters) from the volcano’s northern vent.
According to the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, this marks the tenth eruption occurrence since the beginning of the current cycle on December 23. Previous eruptions had varying durations, lasting anywhere from 13 hours to eight days, interspersed with periods of inactivity. The ninth episode concluded on the morning of February 12.
Visitors are being drawn to various observation points within the national park to witness the spectacular displays of molten rock.
Kilauea is located roughly 200 miles (320 kilometers) to the southeast of Honolulu, making it a notable feature for both locals and tourists alike.
Kilauea, recognized as one of the globe’s most active volcanoes, is once more erupting lava in its tenth episode.
