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I was on the PoA in October, 2016. Since we started to plan our trip I have become addicted to news/information about Hawaii. If there is any danger for passengers or the Hawaii emergency management folks deem it a problem for the ship to be in port they will divert the ship. In August, 2016 I had friends on the PoA when a hurricane hit Maui. They were diverted to a ‘sea day’ instead of one of their days on Maui. The crew is wonderful and I am sure that the crew will do whatever is necessary to ensure that you have a good time.

Now with the current increase in volcanic activity I have become addicted to the United States Geological Survey site in particular the pages for the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory and signed up for their daily updates. Here is the one posted at 8:59 PM HST yesterday May 6:

HAWAIIAN VOLCANO OBSERVATORY STATUS REPORT

U.S. Geological Survey

Sunday, May 6, 2018, 8:59 PM HST (Monday, May 7, 2018, 06:59 UTC)

 

KILAUEA VOLCANO
(VNUM #332010)

19°25'16" N 155°17'13" W, Summit Elevation 4091 ft (1247 m)

Current Volcano Alert Level: WARNING

Current Aviation Color Code: ORANGE

 

Lower East Rift Zone Eruption

The intermittent eruption of lava in the Leilani Estates subdivision in the lower East Rift Zone of Kīlauea Volcano continues. Fissure 8 erupted lava fountains until about 4 p.m. HST, and the ‘a‘ā flow advanced slowly northward through the afternoon, even after the lava fountains shut down. Geologists reported this early evening that the flow crossed Ho‘okopu Road, a distance from fissure 8 of about about 1.1 km (0.6 miles). They also reported new ground cracks in the vicinity of fissures 8 and 9 that were emitting thick steam and gases, but no lava spattering was observed by the time of this status report.

 

Rates of seismicity and deformation decreased in the past day. The absence of additional deformation in the past day suggests a pause in magma acculumation in the distal part of the intrusion.

 

Residents should remain informed and heed Hawaii County Civil Defense closures, warnings, and messages (
).

 

For maps showing the locations of eruption features, please see

 

For information on volcanic air pollution, please see:

 

HVO geologists will be in the area overnight to track and report to Hawaii County Civil Defense on the activity, and other scientists are closely tracking the volcano's overall activity using various monitoring data streams.

 

Kīlauea Volcano Summit

Tiltmeters at the summit of Kīlauea Volcano continue to record the deflationary trend of the past several days. Corresponding to this deflationary trend, the summit lava lake level in Overlook crater dropped about 2 m (6.5 ft) per hour during the day. The lake level has dropped an estimated 220 m (722 ft) since the collapse of Puʻu ʻŌʻō crater on April 30. Rockfalls from the steep crater walls into the retreating lake continue to produce ashy plumes above Halema‘uma‘u crater. Rockfalls and ashy plumes are expected to continue as the lake level drops.

 

Earthquake activity in the summit remains at elevated levels. In the past 24 hours, about 31 magnitude-2 earthquakes occurred at depths less than 5 km (3 miles) beneath the summit area (compared to the 24-hour period when 152 magnitude-2 and magnitude-3 earthquakes. These earthquakes are related to the ongoing subsidence of the summit area and earthquakes beneath the south flank of the volcano.

 

HVO Contact:

 

MORE INFORMATION

 

Activity Summary also available by phone: (808) 967-8862

 

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Webcam images:

 

Photos/Video:

 

Lava Flow Maps:

 

Definitions of terms used in update:

 

Overview of Kīlauea summit (Halemaʻumaʻu) and East Rift Zone (Puʻu ʻŌʻō ) eruptions:

 

Summary of volcanic hazards from Kīlauea eruptions:

 

Recent Earthquakes in Hawai'i (map and list):

 

Explanation of Volcano Alert Levels and Aviation Color Codes:

 

HVO Contact:

 

CONTACT INFORMATION:

 

 

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New update from USGS HVO today May 7 7:45 AM HST:

 

HAWAIIAN VOLCANO OBSERVATORY DAILY UPDATE

U.S. Geological Survey

Monday, May 7, 2018, 7:45 AM HST (Monday, May 7, 2018, 17:45 UTC)

 

KILAUEA VOLCANO
(VNUM #332010)

19°25'16" N 155°17'13" W, Summit Elevation 4091 ft (1247 m)

Current Volcano Alert Level: WARNING

Current Aviation Color Code: ORANGE

 

Summary:
Eruption of lava and gas continues at a low level along Kīlauea Volcano's lower East Rift Zone within the Leilani Estates subdivision. Overnight, active emission of lava and spatter at multiple fissures was minimal. This is likely only a pause in activity; additional outbreaks or a resumption of activity are anticipated as seismicity continues in the area. Deflationary tilt at the summit of the volcano continues and the lava lake level continues to drop. There is no active lava in the Puʻu ʻŌʻō area. Aftershocks from Friday's magnitude-6.9 earthquake continue and more should be expected, with larger aftershocks potentially producing rockfalls and associated ash clouds above Puʻu ʻŌʻō and Halemaʻumaʻu crater. Seismicity at Kīlauea's summit remains elevated.

 

USGS/HVO continues to monitor the situation 24/7. Field crews are onsite this morning examining the fissure vents, lava flow of yesterday, and searching for any signs of new activity.

 

Lower East Rift Zone Observations

 

Lava emission from fissures was minimal overnight. Strong degassing continues from several fissures. Yesterday, a lava flow advanced northward from fissure 8 about 0.9 km (0.6 miles) by 10 a.m., HST before stopping.

 

In the past 12 hours, deformation of the ground in the area has slowed. Ground cracks are reported crossing Highway 130 west of the eruption site.

 

Overall seismicity in the area has not changed significantly overnight. Earthquakes continue and seismic stations nearest the fissures record seismicity likely related to ongoing vigorous degassing.

 

Summit Observations:
Tiltmeters at the summit continue to record a deflationary trend of the past week and the summit lava lake level continues to drop. Elevated summit sulfur dioxide emission rates persist. Current webcam views are here:

 

Elevated earthquake activity in the summit area is continuing following Friday's magnitude-6.9 earthquake and as the summit area continues deflating and rockfalls continue within the Overlook vent.

 

Puʻu ʻŌʻō Observations:
A tiltmeter on the Puʻu ʻŌʻō cone continues to record the deflationary pattern that followed collapse of the crater floor on April 30. Rockfalls from the steep crater walls will likely continue to collapse intermittently, producing small ashy plumes. The 61g lava flow is no longer active.

 

Hazard Analysis:
Continued eruptive activity (fluctuating and intermittent) in the lower East Rift Zone is likely. New outbreaks or resumption of lava production at existing vents can occur at any time.

 

Areas downslope of erupting fissures are at risk of lava inundation. The general area of Leilani Estates remains at the greatest risk. However, as the eruption progresses, other areas of the lower East Rift Zone may also be at risk.

 

High levels of volcanic gas including sulphur dioxide are being emitted from the fissure vents. In addition, smoke from burning houses and burning asphalt is a health concern and should be avoided.

 

As the lava lake level inside Halemaʻumaʻu drops, rockfalls from the enclosing walls may increase in frequency prompting explosions of spatter from the lake onto the nearby crater rim and lofting plumes of ash. Dustings of ash from these events can occur downwind.

 

Additional aftershocks from the magnitude-6.9 earthquake are expected and some may be strong. Residents are advised to review earthquake preparedness by consulting available resources such as:

 

Residents of the Puna District should remain alert, review individual, family, and business emergency plans, and watch for further information about the status of the volcano.

 

Hawaii County Civil Defense messages regarding conditions, warning, and evacuations may be found at

 

MORE INFORMATION

 

Activity Summary also available by phone: (808) 967-8862

 

Subscribe to these messages:

 

Webcam images:

 

Photos/Video:

 

Lava Flow Maps:

 

Definitions of terms used in update:

 

Overview of Kīlauea summit (Halemaʻumaʻu) and East Rift Zone (Puʻu ʻŌʻō ) eruptions:

 

Summary of volcanic hazards from Kīlauea eruptions:

 

Recent Earthquakes in Hawai'i (map and list):

 

Explanation of Volcano Alert Levels and Aviation Color Codes:

 

HVO Contact:

 

CONTACT INFORMATION:

 

 

The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory is one of five volcano observatories within the U.S. Geological Survey and is responsible for monitoring volcanoes and earthquakes in Hawai`i.

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Latest update from USGS HVO Monday, May 7 5:59 PM HST:

 

 

 

HAWAIIAN VOLCANO OBSERVATORY STATUS REPORT

U.S. Geological Survey

Monday, May 7, 2018, 5:59 PM HST (Tuesday, May 8, 2018, 03:59 UTC)

 

KILAUEA VOLCANO (VNUM #332010)

19°25'16" N 155°17'13" W, Summit Elevation 4091 ft (1247 m)

Current Volcano Alert Level: WARNING

Current Aviation Color Code: ORANGE

 

Lower East Rift Zone Eruption

The intermittent eruption of lava in the Leilani Estates subdivision in the lower East Rift Zone of Kīlauea Volcano continues. The location of activity today was focused on the southwest portion of the area.

 

This morning, two new fissure segments broke ground. The first (fissure 11) opened in a forested southwest of Leilani Estates about 9:30 am and was active for only 3 hours. The second (fissure 12) opened about 12:20 between older fissures 10 and 11. By 3:15 pm, both new fissures were in active but the west end of fissure 10 was steaming heavily.

 

Cracks on Highway 130 widened from 7 cm to 8 cm over the course of the day and additional cracks were found just west of the highway on trend with the eruptive fissures.

 

For map of recent features discussed above, see https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/multimedia_maps.html

 

Rates of seismicity and deformation changed little throughout the day.

 

Gas emissions likely remain elevated in the vicinity of fissures.

 

Residents should remain informed and heed Hawaii County Civil Defense closures, warnings, and messages (http://www.hawaiicounty.gov/active-alerts).

 

For maps showing the locations of eruption features, please see https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/multimedia_maps.html

 

For information on volcanic air pollution, please see: http://www.ivhhn.org/vog/

 

HVO geologists will be in the area overnight to track and report to Hawaii County Civil Defense on the activity, and other scientists are closely tracking the volcano's overall activity using various monitoring data streams.

 

Kīlauea Volcano Summit

Tiltmeters at the summit of Kīlauea Volcano continue to record the deflationary trend of the past several days and the lava lake level continues to drop. Rockfalls from the steep crater walls into the retreating lake continue to produce occasional ashy plumes above Halema‘uma‘u crater. These plumes are expected to continue.

 

Earthquake activity in the summit remains elevated but has decreased over the past few days. Many of these earthquakes are related to the ongoing subsidence of the summit area and earthquakes beneath the south flank of the volcano.

 

This message will be updated tomorrow morning or earlier should conditions change.

 

HVO Contact: askHVO@usgs.gov

 

MORE INFORMATION

 

Activity Summary also available by phone: (808) 967-8862

 

Subscribe to these messages: https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/vns2/

 

Webcam images: https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/multimedia_webcams.html

 

Photos/Video: https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/multimedia_chronology.html

 

Lava Flow Maps: https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/multimedia_maps.html

 

Definitions of terms used in update: https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/extra/definitions.pdf

 

Overview of Kīlauea summit (Halemaʻumaʻu) and East Rift Zone (Puʻu ʻŌʻō ) eruptions:

https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/extra/background.pdf

 

Summary of volcanic hazards from Kīlauea eruptions:

https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/extra/hazards.pdf

 

Recent Earthquakes in Hawai'i (map and list):

https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/hvo/earthquakes/

 

Explanation of Volcano Alert Levels and Aviation Color Codes:

https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/activity/alertsystem/index.php

https://pubs.usgs.gov/fs/2006/3139/

 

HVO Contact: askHVO@usgs.gov

 

CONTACT INFORMATION:

 

askHVO@usgs.gov

 

The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory is one of five volcano observatories within the U.S. Geological Survey and is responsible for monitoring volcanoes and earthquakes in Hawai`i.

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:) Here is the latest update from USGS HVO, Tuesday, May 8 at 8:15 AM HST:

 

 

HAWAIIAN VOLCANO OBSERVATORY DAILY UPDATE

U.S. Geological Survey

Tuesday, May 8, 2018, 8:15 AM HST (Tuesday, May 8, 2018, 18:15 UTC)

 

KILAUEA VOLCANO
(VNUM #332010)

19°25'16" N 155°17'13" W, Summit Elevation 4091 ft (1247 m)

Current Volcano Alert Level: WARNING

Current Aviation Color Code: ORANGE

 

Summary:
As of 7:00 am, the eruption along Kīlauea Volcano's lower East Rift Zone within the Leilani Estates subdivision has paused. Strong emission of gas continues from the fissure system that is now about 2.5 miles long. This pause is likely temporary and resumption of lava emission or additional fissure outbreaks are possible at any time.

 

Deflationary tilt at the summit of the volcano continues and the lava lake level continues to drop. There is no active lava in the Puʻu ʻŌʻō area. Aftershocks from Friday's magnitude-6.9 earthquake continue and more are expected. Rockfalls into the Overlook vent within Halemaʻumaʻu crater are producing intermittent ash emissions. Seismicity at Kīlauea's summit remains elevated.

 

USGS/HVO continues to monitor the situation 24/7 in coordination with Hawaii County Civil Defense and other authorities. Field crews are onsite this morning examining the fissure vents, lava flow of yesterday, and searching for any signs of new or resumed activity.

 

Lower East Rift Zone Observations

 

Lava emission from fissures was minimal overnight. Strong degassing continues from several fissures. There was no active lava flowing as of 7:00 am this morning.

 

Deformation of the ground in the area continues. Ground cracks are reported crossing Highway 130 about 1 mile west of the westernmost fissure.

 

Overall seismicity in the area has not changed significantly overnight and remains elevated. Seismic stations nearest the fissures record seismicity likely related to ongoing vigorous degassing.

 

Summit Observations:
Tiltmeters at the summit continue to record a deflationary trend of the past week and the summit lava lake level continues to drop. Elevated summit sulfur dioxide emission rates persist. Current webcam views are here:

 

Rockfalls into the Overlook crater are intermittently producing small ash emissions that loft several thousand feet above the ground and travel downwind.

 

Elevated earthquake activity in the summit area continues following Friday's magnitude-6.9 earthquake and as a consequence of ongoing summit deflation.

 

Puʻu ʻŌʻō Observations:
A tiltmeter on the Puʻu ʻŌʻō cone continues to record the deflationary pattern that followed collapse of the crater floor on April 30. Rockfalls from the steep crater walls will likely continue to collapse intermittently, producing small ashy plumes. The 61g lava flow is no longer active.

 

Hazard Analysis:
Continued eruptive activity (fluctuating and intermittent) in the lower East Rift Zone is likely. New outbreaks or resumption of lava production at existing vents can occur at any time.

 

Areas downslope of erupting fissures are at risk of lava inundation. The general area of Leilani Estates remains at the greatest risk. However, as the eruption progresses, other areas of the lower East Rift Zone may also be at risk.

 

High levels of volcanic gas including sulphur dioxide are being emitted from the fissure vents. In addition, smoke from burning houses and burning asphalt is a health concern and should be avoided.

 

As the lava lake level inside Halemaʻumaʻu drops, rockfalls from the enclosing walls may increase in frequency prompting explosions of spatter from the lake onto the nearby crater rim and lofting plumes of ash. Dustings of ash from these events can occur downwind.

 

Additional aftershocks from the magnitude-6.9 earthquake are expected and some may be strong. Residents are advised to review earthquake preparedness by consulting available resources such as:

 

Residents of the Puna District should remain alert, review individual, family, and business emergency plans, and watch for further information about the status of the volcano.

 

Hawaii County Civil Defense messages regarding conditions, warning, and evacuations may be found at

 

MORE INFORMATION

 

Activity Summary also available by phone: (808) 967-8862

 

Subscribe to these messages:

 

Webcam images:

 

Photos/Video:

 

Lava Flow Maps:

 

Definitions of terms used in update:

 

Overview of Kīlauea summit (Halemaʻumaʻu) and East Rift Zone (Puʻu ʻŌʻō ) eruptions:

 

Summary of volcanic hazards from Kīlauea eruptions:

 

Recent Earthquakes in Hawai'i (map and list):

 

Explanation of Volcano Alert Levels and Aviation Color Codes:

 

HVO Contact:

 

CONTACT INFORMATION:

 

 

The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory is one of five volcano observatories within the U.S. Geological Survey and is responsible for monitoring volcanoes and earthquakes in Hawai`i.

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The Latest: 2 new lava vents open in Hawaii subdivision

 

 

AHOA, Hawaii (AP) — The Latest on lava pouring out from fissures caused by Kilauea volcano on the Big Island of Hawaii (all times local):

1:30 p.m.

Hawaii County officials say two new lava fissures have opened in a community where some two dozen homes have burned down.

County Acting Mayor Wil Okabe says after a pause in volcanic activity Tuesday the two new fissures bring the total to 14.

Residents of the Leilani Estates subdivision were evacuated last week after a volcano eruption led to the first fissure opening on a street. A nearby subdivision was also forced to evacuate.

Officials warn that hazardous fumes continue to be released from the cracks in the ground.

Hawaii Gov. David Ige says he has called the White House and the Federal Emergency Management Agency to tell officials that he believes the state will need federal help with the lava.

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:cool: Here is the latest USGS VNO status report Tuesday, May 8 11:18 PM HST

 

HAWAIIAN VOLCANO OBSERVATORY STATUS REPORT

U.S. Geological Survey

Tuesday, May 8, 2018, 11:18 PM HST (Wednesday, May 9, 2018, 09:18 UTC)

 

KILAUEA VOLCANO
(VNUM #332010)

19°25'16" N 155°17'13" W, Summit Elevation 4091 ft (1247 m)

Current Volcano Alert Level: WARNING

Current Aviation Color Code: ORANGE

 

Lower East Rift Zone Eruption

The intermittent eruption of lava in Leilani Estates in the lower East Rift Zone of Kīlauea Volcano continues. Activity today was focused on the northeast portion of the fissure area; two new fissure segments (13 and 14) broke ground between fissures 7 and 6. Fissure 13 cut across Leilani Street. By 5:00 pm, fissures 13 and 14 were inactive; late this evening geologists reported loud jetting and booming sounds, and some spattering, at fissure 13. At about 6:00 p.m. reports of booming sounds were reported in the vicinity of Black Sands Beach Subdivision. When HVO geologists arrived soon after, no such sounds were occurring.

 

Earlier this morning, geologists reported the widening of cracks of about 1 to 4 cm (0.4 to 1.6 in) of cracks on Highway 130 and Ali‘ili road.

 

Rates of seismicity changed little throughout the day, but increased during the fissure activity in the afternoon. Gas emissions remain elevated in the vicinity of fissures.

 

HVO field crews successfully completed the installation of two new co-located seismometers and GPS receivers on the north and south sides of the East Rift Zone. Mahalo to landowners for allowing access and use of their property. HVO geologists will be in the area overnight to track and report to Hawaii County Civil Defense on the activity, and other scientists are tracking the volcano's overall activity 24/7 using various monitoring data streams.

 

Residents should remain informed and heed Hawaii County Civil Defense closures, warnings, and messages (
).

 

For maps showing the locations of eruption features, please see

 

For information on volcanic air pollution, please see:

 

Kīlauea Volcano Summit

Tiltmeters at the summit of Kīlauea Volcano continue to record the deflationary trend of the past week and the lava lake level continues to drop. Rockfalls from the steep crater walls into the retreating lake continue to produce occasional ashy plumes above Halema‘uma‘u crater. These plumes are expected to continue.

 

Earthquake activity in the summit remains elevated. Many of these earthquakes are related to the ongoing subsidence of the summit area and earthquakes beneath the south flank of the volcano.

 

MORE INFORMATION

 

Activity Summary also available by phone: (808) 967-8862

 

Subscribe to these messages:

 

Webcam images:

 

Photos/Video:

 

Lava Flow Maps:

 

Definitions of terms used in update:

 

Overview of Kīlauea summit (Halemaʻumaʻu) and East Rift Zone (Puʻu ʻŌʻō ) eruptions:

 

Summary of volcanic hazards from Kīlauea eruptions:

 

Recent Earthquakes in Hawai'i (map and list):

 

Explanation of Volcano Alert Levels and Aviation Color Codes:

 

CONTACT INFORMATION:

 

 

The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory is one of five volcano observatories within the U.S. Geological Survey and is responsible for monitoring volcanoes and earthquakes in Hawai`i.

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New information from the USGS about potential new hazards:

 

HVO Kilauea ORANGE/WARNING - Increased potential for explosive activity at Kilauea summit: May 9, 2018 18:02 - The steady lowering of the lava lake in “Overlook crater” within Halemaʻumaʻu at the summit of Kīlauea Volcano has raised the potential for explosive eruptions in the coming weeks. If the lava column drops to the level of groundwater beneath Kīlauea Caldera, influx of water into the conduit could cause steam-driven explosions. Debris expelled during such explosions could impact the area surrounding Halemaʻumaʻu and the Kīlauea summit. At this time, we cannot say with certainty that explosive activity will occur, how large the explosions could be, or how long ... #volcanoes

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Here is the alert from USGS HVO at 4:55 PM HST Wednesday, May 9. If you scroll down to “‘Kiluaea Summit Activity’ you will read why they are closing the park

HAWAIIAN VOLCANO OBSERVATORY STATUS REPORT

U.S. Geological Survey

Wednesday, May 9, 2018, 4:55 PM HST (Thursday, May 10, 2018, 02:55 UTC)

 

KILAUEA VOLCANO
(VNUM #332010)

19°25'16" N 155°17'13" W, Summit Elevation 4091 ft (1247 m)

Current Volcano Alert Level: WARNING

Current Aviation Color Code: ORANGE

 

Lower East Rift Zone Eruption

The intermittent eruption of lava in Leilani Estates in the lower East Rift Zone of Kīlauea Volcano continues. Visible activity this early afternoon was again focused on the northeast portion of the fissure area. Fissure 15 broke ground across Poihiki Road, generating a pahoehoe flow about 20 m (66 ft) long. During an overflight of the area about 3 p.m. HST, geologists observed a new steaming area uprift (west) of Highway 130. During a second overflight at 4:30 p.m., the area was still steaming.

 

Rates of motion increased late this morning on a GPS station 1.5 km (1 mile) southeast of Nanawale Estates. The direction of motion is consistent with renewed movement of magma in the downrift direction (to the northeast).

 

Rates of seismicity changed little throughout the day; located earthquakes were mostly uprift (west) of Highway 130. Gas emissions remain elevated in the vicinity of fissures.

 

Residents should remain informed and heed Hawaii County Civil Defense closures, warnings, and messages (
).

 

For maps showing the locations of eruption features, please see

 

For information on volcanic air pollution, please see:

 

Kīlauea Volcano Summit

Tiltmeters at the summit of Kīlauea Volcano continue to record the deflationary trend of the past week and the lava lake level continues to drop. At about 8:32 a.m. HST, a large rockfall from the steep crater walls into the retreating lake triggered an explosion that generated an ash column above the crater; the ash was blown toward the south-southwest. Rockfalls and explosions that produce ash columns are expected to continue.

 

A 3D model of the Overlook crater was created from thermal images collected during an early afternoon helicopter overflight on May 8. Based on the 3D model, the lake level was about 295 m (970 feet) below the floor of Halema‘uma‘u Crater.

 

Earthquake activity in the summit remains elevated. Many of these earthquakes are related to the ongoing subsidence of the summit area and earthquakes beneath the south flank of the volcano.

 

MORE INFORMATION

 

Activity Summary also available by phone: (808) 967-8862

 

Subscribe to these messages:

 

Webcam images:

 

Photos/Video:

 

Lava Flow Maps:

 

Definitions of terms used in update:

 

Overview of Kīlauea summit (Halemaʻumaʻu) and East Rift Zone (Puʻu ʻŌʻō ) eruptions:

 

Summary of volcanic hazards from Kīlauea eruptions:

 

Recent Earthquakes in Hawai'i (map and list):

 

Explanation of Volcano Alert Levels and Aviation Color Codes:

 

CONTACT INFORMATION:

 

 

The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory is one of five volcano observatories within the U.S. Geological Survey and is responsible for monitoring volcanoes and earthquakes in Hawai`i.

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Here is the USGS HVO update Friday, May 11 6:59 AM. It includes a link for ash hazards, gas hazards and Lower East Rift Zone eruption:

 

 

HAWAIIAN VOLCANO OBSERVATORY DAILY UPDATE

U.S. Geological Survey

Friday, May 11, 2018, 6:49 AM HST (Friday, May 11, 2018, 16:49 UTC)

 

KILAUEA VOLCANO
(VNUM #332010)

19°25'16" N 155°17'13" W, Summit Elevation 4091 ft (1247 m)

Current Volcano Alert Level: WARNING

Current Aviation Color Code: ORANGE

 

Summary:
A pause in active eruption of spatter and lava along Kīlauea Volcano's lower East Rift Zone continued through the night. However, earthquake activity and ground deformation continue and additional outbreaks in the general area of Leilani Estates are likely. Overnight, earthquake activity was concentrated on the downrift (east) side of the existing Leilani fissures. High levels of sulfur dioxide continue to be released from the fissure system.

 

Deflationary tilt at the summit of the volcano continues and seismicity remains elevated. This morning, a steady plume of steam is rising from the Overlook vent. It is expected that occasional rockfalls into the deep vent will produce intermittent, low-level ash emissions. Depending on wind conditions, dustings of ash may occur in the Kilauea summit area and downwind. More energetic ash emissions are possible.

 

Current webcam views are here:

 

USGS/HVO continues to monitor the situation at the summit and the lower East Rift Zone 24/7 in coordination with Hawaii County Civil Defense and other authorities. Field crews are onsite in the Leilani Estates area this morning examining the fissure vents and searching for any signs of new or resumed activity.

 

Please see this link for newly organized information about ash hazards, gas hazards, and the Lower East Rift Zone eruption.

 

Hawaii County Civil Defense messages regarding conditions, warning, and evacuations may be found at

 

MORE INFORMATION

 

Activity Summary also available by phone: (808) 967-8862

 

Subscribe to these messages:

 

Webcam images:

 

Photos/Video:

 

Lava Flow Maps:

 

Definitions of terms used in update:

 

Overview of Kīlauea summit (Halemaʻumaʻu) and East Rift Zone (Puʻu ʻŌʻō ) eruptions:

 

Summary of volcanic hazards from Kīlauea eruptions:

 

Recent Earthquakes in Hawai'i (map and list):

 

Explanation of Volcano Alert Levels and Aviation Color Codes:

 

CONTACT INFORMATION:

 

 

The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory is one of five volcano observatories within the U.S. Geological Survey and is responsible for monitoring volcanoes and earthquakes in Hawai`i.

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Here is the latest update from the USGS HVO Sunday, May 13 8:25 AM HST

 

 

HAWAIIAN VOLCANO OBSERVATORY DAILY UPDATE

U.S. Geological Survey

Sunday, May 13, 2018, 8:25 AM HST (Sunday, May 13, 2018, 18:25 UTC)

 

KILAUEA VOLCANO (VNUM #332010)

19°25'16" N 155°17'13" W, Summit Elevation 4091 ft (1247 m)

Current Volcano Alert Level: WARNING

Current Aviation Color Code: ORANGE

 

Summary:

 

LOWER EAST RIFT ZONE

Eruption of lava continues along Kilauea Volcano's lower East Rift Zone. A new outbreak early this morning just over a half mile northeast of the end of Hinalo St. and about one half mile south of highway 132 has been confirmed. Hawaii County Civil Defense reports the outbreak is on Halekamahina Loop Road. Aerial observations of this new fissure indicate it is at least several hundreds yards long and producing spatter rising many tens of feet into the air. A slow-moving lava flow is moving away from the vent.

 

Elevated earthquake activity and ground deformation continue and additional outbreaks in the area remain likely.

 

Conditions around the erupting fissures can change very quickly. Residents in lower Puna should remain informed and heed Hawaii County Civil Defense closures, warnings, and messages (http://www.hawaiicounty.gov/active-alerts).

 

KILAUEA SUMMIT

Deflationary tilt at the summit of the volcano continues and seismicity remains elevated. This morning, a steady, vigorous plume of steam and occasionally minor amounts of ash is rising from the Overlook vent and drifting downwind to the southwest. As has been observed over the past several days, occasional rockfalls into the deep vent are expected produce intermittent pulses of slightly more vigorous ash emissions. Depending on wind conditions, dustings of ash may occur in the Kilauea summit area and downwind. More energetic ash emissions are possible if explosive activity commences.

 

Current webcam views are here: https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/multimedia_webcams.html

 

REMARKS

 

USGS/HVO continues to monitor the situation at the summit and the lower East Rift Zone 24/7 in coordination with Hawaii County Civil Defense and other emergency authorities. HVO geologists are onsite in the area this morning conducting overflights, examining the fissure vent activity for significant changes, and searching for any signs of new or resumed activity.

 

Please see this link for newly organized information about ash hazards, gas hazards, and the Lower East Rift Zone eruption. https://vog.ivhhn.org/

 

Hawaii County Civil Defense messages regarding conditions, warning, and evacuations may be found at http://www.hawaiicounty.gov/active-alerts/.

 

MORE INFORMATION

 

Activity Summary also available by phone: (808) 967-8862

 

Subscribe to these messages: https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/vns2/

 

Webcam images: https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/multimedia_webcams.html

 

Photos/Video: https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/multimedia_chronology.html

 

Lava Flow Maps: https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/multimedia_maps.html

 

Definitions of terms used in update: https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/extra/definitions.pdf

 

Overview of Kīlauea summit (Halemaʻumaʻu) and East Rift Zone (Puʻu ʻŌʻō ) eruptions:

https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/extra/background.pdf

 

Summary of volcanic hazards from Kīlauea eruptions:

https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/extra/hazards.pdf

 

Recent Earthquakes in Hawai'i (map and list):

https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/hvo/earthquakes/

 

Explanation of Volcano Alert Levels and Aviation Color Codes:

https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/activity/alertsystem/index.php

https://pubs.usgs.gov/fs/2006/3139/

 

CONTACT INFORMATION:

 

askHVO@usgs.gov

 

The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory is one of five volcano observatories within the U.S. Geological Survey and is responsible for monitoring volcanoes and earthquakes in Hawai`i.

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Here is the latest update from the USGS HVO Monday, May 14 8:36 AM:

 

HAWAIIAN VOLCANO OBSERVATORY DAILY UPDATE

U.S. Geological Survey

Monday, May 14, 2018, 8:36 AM HST (Monday, May 14, 2018, 18:36 UTC)

 

KILAUEA VOLCANO (VNUM #332010)

19°25'16" N 155°17'13" W, Summit Elevation 4091 ft (1247 m)

Current Volcano Alert Level: WARNING

Current Aviation Color Code: ORANGE

 

Summary:

 

LOWER EAST RIFT ZONE

 

Eruption of lava continues from multiple points along the northeast end of the active fissure system. Residents in lower Puna should remain informed and heed Hawaii County Civil Defense closures, warnings, and messages (http://www.hawaiicounty.gov/active-alerts)

 

This morning, activity is dominated by lava fountaining, explosion of spatter more than 100 feet into the air, and an advancing lava flow from fissure 17 at the northeast end of the fissure system. As of 630 am the fissure 17 flow had traveled just under a mile roughly east-southeast parallel to the rift zone. It is turning slightly south and at this time is about one half mile south of Highway 132.

 

Fissure 18 that became active late yesterday is weakly active.

 

A fissure 19 has been spotted very near fissure 15 as of about 8 am just northeast of Pohoiki Road and north of Hinalo Street at the east end of Lanipuna Gardens. It is producing a sluggish lava flow.

 

Volcanic gas emissions remain elevated throughout the area downwind of the vents. Yesterday with the onset of activity at fissure 17, powerful steam jets have occurred intermittently near the west end of the fissure. These jets may be responsible for some of the loud sounds reported by residents and emergency workers.

 

For the most recent map showing the locations of activity, please see https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/multimedia_maps.html

 

HVO field crews are on site tracking the lava flow as conditions allow and reporting information to Hawaii County Civil Defense.

 

This eruption is still evolving and additional outbreaks of lava are possible. Ground deformation continues and seismicity remains elevated in the area.

 

The location of future outbreaks could include areas both uprift (southwest) and downrift (northeast) of the existing fissures, or, existing fissures can be reactivated. Communities downslope of these fissures could be at risk from lava inundation. Activity can change rapidly.

 

Conditions around the erupting fissures can change very quickly. Residents in lower Puna should remain informed and heed Hawaii County Civil Defense closures, warnings, and messages (http://www.hawaiicounty.gov/active-alerts).

 

KILAUEA SUMMIT

Deflationary tilt at the summit of the volcano continues and seismicity remains elevated. Last night several strong earthquakes shook HVO and the surrounding area.

 

This morning, a steady, vigorous plume of steam and occasionally minor amounts of ash is rising from the Overlook vent and drifting downwind to the southwest. As has been observed over the past several days, occasional rockfalls into the deep vent are expected produce intermittent pulses of slightly more vigorous ash emissions. Depending on wind conditions, dustings of ash may occur in the Kilauea summit area and downwind. More energetic ash emissions are possible if explosive activity commences.

 

Current webcam views are here: https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/multimedia_webcams.html

 

REMARKS

 

USGS/HVO continues to monitor the situation at the summit and the lower East Rift Zone 24/7 in coordination with Hawaii County Civil Defense and other emergency authorities. HVO geologists are onsite in the area this morning conducting overflights, examining the fissure vent activity for significant changes, and searching for any signs of new or resumed activity.

 

Please see this link for newly organized information about ash hazards, gas hazards, and the Lower East Rift Zone eruption. https://vog.ivhhn.org/

 

Hawaii County Civil Defense messages regarding conditions, warning, and evacuations may be found at http://www.hawaiicounty.gov/active-alerts/.

 

MORE INFORMATION

 

Activity Summary also available by phone: (808) 967-8862

 

Subscribe to these messages: https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/vns2/

 

Webcam images: https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/multimedia_webcams.html

 

Photos/Video: https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/multimedia_chronology.html

 

Lava Flow Maps: https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/multimedia_maps.html

 

Definitions of terms used in update: https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/extra/definitions.pdf

 

Overview of Kīlauea summit (Halemaʻumaʻu) and East Rift Zone (Puʻu ʻŌʻō ) eruptions:

https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/extra/background.pdf

 

Summary of volcanic hazards from Kīlauea eruptions:

https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/extra/hazards.pdf

 

Recent Earthquakes in Hawai'i (map and list):

https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/hvo/earthquakes/

 

Explanation of Volcano Alert Levels and Aviation Color Codes:

https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/activity/alertsystem/index.php

https://pubs.usgs.gov/fs/2006/3139/

 

CONTACT INFORMATION:

 

askHVO@usgs.gov

 

The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory is one of five volcano observatories within the U.S. Geological Survey and is responsible for monitoring volcanoes and earthquakes in Hawai`i.

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Norwegian Cruise Line announced today that it won’t make calls in Big Isle ports this week, widening tourism losses for the hard-hit island.

NCL notified Hawaii island businesses this morning that Pride of America will not call in Hilo on Tuesday and as a result will spend the day at sea. On Wednesday, NCL said Pride of America will not call in Kona but will add an additional day in Maui and call in Lahaina instead.

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I can certainly see why ships opt out from stopping on either port on the Big Island. I remember a few years back a ship I was on tendered off Kona and people went ashore. But during the day the high tide came, and very high winds, and the waves pounding the tender dock did not allow the tenders to dock and pick us up. We waited for hours in the vicinity. Finally many buses were hired and they bused us to Hilo where they picked us up next day. Try doing that if an active volcano is going off. And if they docked in Hilo and told the passengers to stay in the Hilo area for fast departure ... well you know darn well that some will want to go off and get as close as they could to the volcano eruption area. The ship is responsible for the passengers well-being. If they scattered all over the island it would be hard to gather them up and get them on board safely. On a lava field tour a few years ago a woman somehow was left behind and searchers found her dead on the lava field the next day. So I feel the POA and other ships are playing it safe. The island is a very active and volatile place now. Respect it and the power it holds.

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I can certainly see why ships opt out from stopping on either port on the Big Island. I remember a few years back a ship I was on tendered off Kona and people went ashore. But during the day the high tide came, and very high winds, and the waves pounding the tender dock did not allow the tenders to dock and pick us up. We waited for hours in the vicinity. Finally many buses were hired and they bused us to Hilo where they picked us up next day. Try doing that if an active volcano is going off. And if they docked in Hilo and told the passengers to stay in the Hilo area for fast departure ... well you know darn well that some will want to go off and get as close as they could to the volcano eruption area. The ship is responsible for the passengers well-being. If they scattered all over the island it would be hard to gather them up and get them on board safely. On a lava field tour a few years ago a woman somehow was left behind and searchers found her dead on the lava field the next day. So I feel the POA and other ships are playing it safe. The island is a very active and volatile place now. Respect it and the power it holds.

 

How on Earth did you get from high winds and high waves at the tender dock to canceling because of a volcano. Holy crap

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I can certainly see why ships opt out from stopping on either port on the Big Island. I remember a few years back a ship I was on tendered off Kona and people went ashore. But during the day the high tide came, and very high winds, and the waves pounding the tender dock did not allow the tenders to dock and pick us up. We waited for hours in the vicinity. Finally many buses were hired and they bused us to Hilo where they picked us up next day. Try doing that if an active volcano is going off. And if they docked in Hilo and told the passengers to stay in the Hilo area for fast departure ... well you know darn well that some will want to go off and get as close as they could to the volcano eruption area. The ship is responsible for the passengers well-being. If they scattered all over the island it would be hard to gather them up and get them on board safely. On a lava field tour a few years ago a woman somehow was left behind and searchers found her dead on the lava field the next day. So I feel the POA and other ships are playing it safe. The island is a very active and volatile place now. Respect it and the power it holds.

 

 

 

Picked up the next day? Did you sleep on the bus?

 

We were in Kona for two weeks prior to this latest eruption. Visited the park and it was obvious a big one was coming, the caldera at Jagger overlook was overflowing with lava, something was bound to give down below.

 

I feel bad for the small businesses that offer activity tours but not the trinket shops selling cheap made in china souvenirs.

 

 

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