Kīlauea Eruptive Episode 43: Live Updates and Spectacular Views
A new eruptive episode, labeled as episode 43, has commenced at the summit of Kīlauea in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park at 9:17 a.m. The ground-level sensors near the eruptive vents have detected light and variable winds, indicating that volcanic gas emissions and volcanic material may be dispersed unpredictably from Halemaʻumaʻu, as reported by the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory. The livestream camera on YouTube captures the fountaining lava, offering viewers a glimpse of the volcanic activity. The recent lava fountaining episodes, starting from December 23, 2024, have typically lasted for a day or less. Stay tuned for further updates on this ongoing eruption.