Kilauea volcano in Hawaii erupts with 100-ft lava fountains

Kilauea Volcano erupts in Hawaii Island with dramatic lava fountains

Key Highlights / UPSC Analysis:

• Location: Kilauea Volcano, Hawaii Island, USA.
• Event: Recent lava fountain eruptions reaching up to 100 feet.
• Eruption History: 31st eruption since December 2024, marking Kilauea as one of the world’s most active volcanoes.
• Specifics:
  • Lava flow confined to Crater Circle in Halemaumau Crater.
  • No threat to homes or infrastructure.
  • Occurs within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
• Significance:
  • Important for volcanic activity monitoring and disaster preparedness.
  • Highlights geological activity and tourism-related natural events.
    
    Updated -  August 24, 2025 5:37 PM | News On Air