The Kilauea volcano erupted early Monday morning, producing lava fountains over 200 feet high. While the eruption poses no immediate threats to infrastructure or communities, high levels of volcanic gas are anticipated. The eruption, drawing numerous visitors to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, is contained but has created significant air quality concerns. It marks an ongoing cycle of eruptions, with the latest event joining the historical activity of this active volcano, which has erupted numerous times in recent years.