Spectacular outbreak: Kilauea hurls Lava 100 meters high!

Spectacular outbreak: Kilauea hurls Lava 100 meters high!

A spectacular spectacle currently occurs on the Hawaiian island of Big Island: the volcano Kilauea, one of the most active volcanoes in the world, shows its huge power again. A new outbreak began in the Halemaumau crater on Tuesday, where Lava shoots up to 100 meters. The Hawaiian volcanic observation center has the temperatures and volcanic activities. So far, no people have been endangered, and the eruption takes place in a closed area of ​​the volcano national park, as Kleine Zeitung

The Kilauea, which reaches a height of 1,247 meters, is considered one of the most active volcanoes of the planet. Since December 23, 2024, there have been nine outbreaks, the duration of which fluctuates between 13 hours and eight days. There are rest periods between these active phases that can vary from less than 24 hours to twelve days. However, the danger from escaping volcanic gases should not be underestimated, warned the earthquake station, which makes the observations of the outbreak even more important. Visitors flock to the viewpoints in the national park in order to observe the impressive natural spectacle, reports Tagesschau .

This outbreak is not only a fascinating sight for onlookers, but also shows the lively force of nature that is boiling in the quiet ocean. Honolulu, the capital of Hawaii, is 320 kilometers northwest of the "Big Island" and is not directly influenced by the eruptions. The scientific observation and monitoring of the eruptions are essential to guarantee the safety of the residents and tourists on the archipelago.