HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK – Twin lava fountains shot 1,500 feet into the air at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on Oct. 18, a record-breaking height for this eruption.
This powerful geologic phenomenon happened during the 35th episode of the eruption at Kilauea, which started December 2024. This episode was dramatic, but short-lived. Each episode has had different intensities and durations, and most are pretty brief.
If you missed it, don’t worry: It appears you’ll get another opportunity if you’re planning to visit the Hawaii park, which is definitely worth the visit.
“Kilauea summit inflation resumed following the end of episode 35, indicating that another fountaining episode is possible, but likely at least two weeks away,” said the USGS.
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