


Kilauea Volcano Erupts Again on Big Island, Drawing Crowds
The Kilauea volcano has resumed eruptive activity, shooting lava 330 feet high and attracting visitors to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
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Overview
Kilauea volcano on the Big Island of Hawaii began erupting again on Tuesday, sending lava fountains up to 330 feet high. This marks the ninth eruptive episode since December 23, attracting people to view the activity from overlook sites within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Current hazards include volcanic gas emissions and windblown volcanic glass. Fortunately, no residential areas are threatened. The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory continues to monitor the situation and provide updates.
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