Sep 20, 2024
HONOLULU (KHON2) -- The current eruption of Kilauea volcano has paused as of Friday morning, following a period of activity that began on Sunday, September 15. Get Hawaii's latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You Lava channels and falls crusted over between 9 and 10 p.m. HST Thursday night, and by 2:30 a.m. Friday, the glow from the vent had significantly diminished. Field crews observed minor spattering and small fountains at one end of the vent at 8:30 a.m., but this activity ended by 10 a.m. This marks the fourth phase of fissure activity during the current eruption. Geologists visit eruption site in Kilauea The eruption is taking place in a remote section of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, posing no immediate threat to life or infrastructure. However, residents in nearby subdivisions may notice fluctuations in volcanic gas emissions in the coming hours and days. The Volcano Alert Level and Aviation Color Code remain at WATCH/ORANGE, with no changes detected in the lower East Rift Zone or Southwest Rift Zone. Download the free KHON2 app for iOS or Android to stay informed on the latest news For more information click here.
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