See it: 50th lava fountaining episode of Hawaii’s Kīlauea volcano is underway
Lava fountains have already shot 100 feet into the air, and they're expected to grow to over 600 feet.
See it: Hawaii’s Kīlauea volcano emits gas as 50th episode nears
Plumes of volcanic gas can be seen venting out of Hawaii’s Kīlauea volcano as it nears its 50th episode. Scientists predict this new eruptive activity will begin sometime between June 25 and June 27.
HAWAIʻI VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK, Hawaii – Hawaii’s Kīlauea volcano has erupted for the 50th time, hitting a major milestone as lava fountains flow from atop the mountain.
HAWAII’S KĪLAUEA VOLCANO ERUPTS FOR ITS 49TH EPISODE, SENDING FOUNTAINS OF LAVA INTO THE AIR
According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the 50th episode officially began on June 27 at 10:36 a.m. HST.
Lava fountains have already shot 100 feet into the air, and they're expected to grow to over 600 feet.
Hawaii’s Kīlauea volcano emits gas as 50th episode nears
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The USGS shared a glimpse into Kīlauea's eruptive vents on June 24, revealing a flaming south vent emitting gas alongside the north vent as plumes tower into the sky.
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A stunning rainbow was even captured accompanying the venting gas.
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Image 1 of 2A rainbow is seen as Hawaii’s Kīlauea volcano nears 50th episode (@USGSVolcanoes / X)
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Image 2 of 2A rainbow is seen as Hawaii’s Kīlauea volcano nears 50th episode (@USGSVolcanoes / X)
"Continuous strong glow was visible on webcams from both vents in Halemaʻumaʻu overnight. The south vent continued to produce large flames caused by the burning of gas within the top of the conduit," the USGS said on X.
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Episode 50 of lava fountaining in Halemaʻumaʻu began at the summit of Kīlauea at the end of the window that the USGS expected the eruption to happen.
Hawaii’s Kīlauea volcano emits gas as 50th episode nears
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Tephra fall from volcanic ash clouds is greatest within three miles of the vents; lighter ash and Pele's Hair may stay suspended for large distances from the vents, according to the USGS.
Most lava fountaining episodes since the volcano's first eruption on Dec. 23, 2024, have continued for a day or less.