Kilauea volcano erupts with high lava fountains
The Kilauea volcano in Hawaii has experienced increased volcanic activity in recent days, with a new eruption beginning at the Halemaʻumaʻu crater on August 25, 2026, lasting for approximately nine hours. Lava fountains reached heights of about 150 meters, and gas plumes extended up to around 5,200 meters above sea level, as part of an intermittent eruption cycle that started in December 2024 and has recurred since then. Authorities confirmed the possibility of light ashfall and "Pele's hair" (volcanic glass threads) depending on wind direction, while continuing to monitor the volcano closely to ensure public safety. Kilauea is considered one of the most active volcanoes worldwide, with 54 eruption episodes recorded since this ongoing activity began.
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