Kīlauea Volcano Erupts Again, Spewing Lava Bombs and Plumes
Source: voanews.com Eruption Sparks Activity in the Summit Caldera Kīlauea, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, resumed its eruption at multiple vents along the crater floor, following a brief overnight pause. According to a Tuesday update from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), volcanic activity remains confined to the summit caldera and its downdropped block. The eruption, which began early Monday morning around 2:20 a.m. local time, continues to produce lava flows and volcanic ejecta. Researchers are closely monitoring air quality and the effects of the eruption within the area. USGS officials noted that volcanic gas and fine particles are forming plumes reaching elevations between 6,000 and 8,000 feet above sea level. Winds are carrying the plumes southwest, remaining within the boundaries of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Additionally, molten materials, including “lava bombs,” are being expelled from vents on the caldera floor and reaching the west caldera rim, creat...