As we prepare for the next eruption at Kīlauea, consider the Hawaiian proverb “E nihi ka hele i ka uka o Puna”, which translates to "Step carefully in the uplands of Puna"—a reminder to approach these areas with respect and mindfulness. In 1871, Hawaiian orator J. Kahinu spoke of the importance of respecting Pelehonuamea, the elemental force of molten lava, when visiting the uplands of Puna. His speech, published in Ka Nupepa Kuokoa, highlighted wisdom that has been passed down through generatio

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9.5K views · 229 reactions | Check out this new narrated USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory video summarizing the September eruption of Kīlauea volcano. It’s short but fascinating! The five-day eruption covered about 2/3 of Nāpau crater, part of Nāpau trail, and most of Nāpau campground. Go to the park website for more information and for closed captions and audio described versions: https://go.nps.gov/LavaSeptember2024 USGS Video | Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park | Facebook

Kīlauea volcano is erupting in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Let’s get you caught up. The eruption began around 2:20 am on December 23, 2024. USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) scientists had been tracking increased activity at the summit and observed intensifying earthquakes and ground deformation about a half-hour before lava breached the surface of the crater floor. The USGS raised the alert level at the volcano to RED, indicating an eruption was underway. Several HVO webcams caught t