Kīlauea is erupting again, with ongoing lava fountains and ashfall warnings. Active shield volcano on Hawaii Island, age ~210k–280k years.
Kilauea volcano on Hawaii's Big Island has entered its 43rd eruptive episode since December 2024. Lava fountains are confined within the summit crater, causing temporary park closures and ashfall warnings. No homes are threatened, but tephra impacts local communities and infrastructure. The eruption's duration remains uncertain.