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Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Watch mesmerizing 1,000-foot-tall lava fountains: Kilauea volcano erupting in ways not seen for 40 years
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Hawaii's Kilauea volcano has been erupting with gigantic fountains of lava, the likes of which haven't been seen in around 40 years. On Sunday (May 25), some of these lava fountains shot up more than 1,000 feet (300 meters) into the sky. Scientists estimated that while this was going on, the volcano was also emitting up to around 83,000 tons (75,000 metric tons) of toxic sulphur dioxide per day, according to an update on the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) website. The ongoing eruption in the Halema'uma'u crater has been on pause since the dramatic scenes on Sunday, though magma remains close to the surface and the volcano continues to emit sulfur dioxide. The latest fountain activity marked the 23rd episode of Halema'uma'u crater's eruption cycle that began on Dec. 23, 2024. Kilauea has been producing fountains of lava in waves that last anywhere from a few hours to over a week since the start of this eruption. In a volcano update on Tuesday (May 27), USGS representatives compared the ongoing activity to that of the historical Pu'u'ō'ō eruption on the eastern rift zone of Kilauea. The Pu'u'ō'ō eruption began in 1983 and didn't stop until 2018, but the early years were marked by high lava fountains, similar to those currently produced in the Halema'uma'u crater. "The current eruption has been characterized by episodic fountaining not seen in any eruptions since the 1983-86 episodic fountains at the beginning of the Pu'u'ō'ō eruption," USGS representatives wrote. Related: Heavy dusting of 'pineapple powder' paints Hawaii's volcanoes white after near-record snowfall — Earth from space Kilauea volcano is one of the world's most active volcanoes and has erupted almost continuously on Hawaii's Big Island for more than 30 years. The volcano makes up about 14% of the island's land area and rises 4,190 feet (1,227 m) above sea level. Halema'uma'u crater is at the summit of the volcano and is said to be the home of Pele, the Hawaiian goddess of fire and volcanoes. The Halema'uma'u eruption is taking place in a closed part of Hawaii's Volcanoes National Park. However, while the eruption itself is confined to the park, the gases it emits can travel beyond the park's limits. "High levels of volcanic gas—primarily water vapor (H2O), carbon dioxide (CO2), and sulfur dioxide (SO2)—are the primary hazard of concern, as this hazard can have far-reaching effects downwind," USGS representatives wrote. The sulfur dioxide released from the volcano can mix with other gases and particles in the atmosphere to create a haze called volcanic smog (vog). Inhaling vog at high concentrations may cause respiratory problems and other health issues such as eye and skin irritation, according to USGS. RELATED STORIES —Mystery of Bolivian 'zombie' volcano finally solved —'River of fire' unleashes toxic gases as eruption destroys town in La Palma — Earth from space —'It was amazing': Scientists discover ash from 2 mystery volcanic eruptions in Wyoming There are a variety of other hazards associated with the ongoing volcanic activity, including strands of windblown volcanic glass. These hair-like strands, named Pele's hair after the Hawaiian goddess, form when gas bubbles within lava burst at the surface, and their skin stretches into long threads. These strands are currently spread across the Kilauea summit. The extent to which they move depends on lava fountaining and wind conditions, but the USGS warned that they pose a threat to human health. "Residents and visitors should minimize exposure to Pele's hair and other volcanic fragments, which can cause skin and eye irritation," USGS representatives wrote. USGS offers views of the Kilauea summit through live webcams. These video feeds capture recordings of places that are off limits to the general public because they're unsafe to visit.
BBC News
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Pele, Derry and sheep farming - Mickey Niblock joins the GAA Social
On this week's GAA Social, the duo are joined by Mickey you can probably guess, Mickey is related to podcast host Thomas but this chat is more than a family reunion as the trio get stuck into Mickey's career on both sides of the former Derry player won an Ulster title for the Oak Leafers in 1970 before a stint playing football in the USA for the famous New York Cosmos in North American Soccer League where he was replaced by none other than footballing royalty Pele!You can listen to the GAA Social right now on BBC Sounds.
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Watch: Hawaii's Kilauea Volcano erupts again, unleashing lava fountain over 1,000 feet, officials warn of health risk
The most recent eruption of a volcano on Hawaii's Big Island sent lava gushing more than 1,000 feet into the sky on Sunday. Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, which is roughly 200 miles and a number of islands southeast of Honolulu, was the site of the eruption. Kilauea and Mauna Loa are situated in the national park and the latter is the world's largest active volcanoes. According to the US Geological Survey, Kilauea, which has a peak elevation of 4,091 feet, is among the most active volcanoes in the globe. It has been experiencing a lava eruption from its Halemaumau crater since December 23. The current eruption from Halemaumau, which is a component of the greater caldera at the summit of Kilauea, is on its 23rd episode. USGS updates indicate that the May 25 eruption lasted approximately six hours in two of Halemaumau's vents, with the south vent stopping at 10:25 p.m. local time and the north vent ending at 9:48 p.m. The main concerns of officials are high concentrations of volcanic gas, such as sulfur dioxide, carbon dioxide, and water vapor, which can have severe consequences downwind. A visible haze of volcanic smog, known as vog, is produced when sulfur dioxide mixes with the environment. They can lead to respiratory issues as well as other health issues when vog and sulfur dioxide levels are high. Other issues include volcanic debris from lava fountains and what is referred to as 'Pele's hair.' The volcanic glass strands that make up Pele's hair can group together to resemble tumbleweeds. Also Read: Did Trump just express anger amid claims Harvard rejected Barron Trump? 'It's too much' Although strong winds can send the light particles downwind, the volcanic shards fall within a few hundred yards of eruptive vents. Pele's hair and other pieces on the ground can irritate skin and eyes, therefore officials advise locals and tourists to limit their exposure to these particles.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Pele impresses many following Kilauea's short-lived episode
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Pele's fury has come to a sudden end following a recent eruption in Kilauea. According to the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, episode 23 of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption ended abruptly at 10:25 p.m. on Sunday, May 25. Kilauea Ep. 23: Pele shoots lava fountains over 1,000 feet The north vent was reported to have stopped erupting at 9:48 p.m., with the south vent stopping around 10:25 p.m. Lava fountains from the north vent reached heights of more than 1,000 feet, with fountains from the south vent reaching heights of more than 800 feet. Download the free KHON2 app for iOS or Android to stay informed on the latest news HVO stated there have been no changes detected in the East Rift Zone or Southwest Rift Zone. The reported primary hazards are high levels of volcanic gas being released as a result of the eruption, such as water vapor, carbon dioxide and sulfur dioxide. Vog, or volcanic smog, will be visible due to the eruption, which may cause respiratory and other problems at high concentrations. Check out more news from around Hawaii Additional hazards include Pele's hair and other volcanic fragments from lava fountains, which may cause skin and eye irritation. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Mint
6 days ago
- Science
- Mint
Hawaii's Kilauea erupts again: Lava soars over 1,000 feet in fiery spectacle
Hawaii's Kilauea volcano roared back to life on Sunday afternoon, unleashing lava fountains that soared over 1,000 feet high and blanketing the summit crater in molten rock. The US Geological Survey's Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) confirmed the eruption began around 4:15 p.m. local time at the north vent of Halemaʻumaʻu, a pit crater within the volcano's summit caldera. By 5:15 p.m., the south vent also became active, spewing lava up to 800 feet. The dramatic eruption lasted several hours, ending just after 10 p.m., according to HVO's status report. The eruption released a large plume of volcanic material — including ash, gas, and Pele's hair, a glass-like volcanic fiber — that reached at least 5,000 feet into the atmosphere. 'Primary hazards include high levels of volcanic gas,' HVO warned. 'These can interact with the atmosphere to form vog [volcanic smog], which may affect people, animals, and agriculture downwind.' Sunday's display marked the 23rd eruptive event since Kilauea's renewed activity began on December 23, 2024. Most episodes have lasted less than 24 hours, and this latest one followed that pattern. Jets of lava are spraying into the air, forming neon-orange fissures across the crater floor. 'Lava fountains from the north vent are exceeding 1,000 feet,' USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory noted. Known as one of the world's most active volcanoes, Kilauea has been in near-constant activity since 1983. It shares the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with its larger but less active neighbor, Mauna Loa — the biggest volcano on Earth, which last erupted in 2022. The fiery shows have become a major draw for visitors. While the current activity is limited to the crater floor, scientists continue to monitor the situation closely. Live streams of the ongoing volcanic activity are available through the USGS YouTube channel for those hoping to witness nature's fiery spectacle from a safe distance.
