News
Earthquake Rattles Kīlauea’s Southwest Rift Zone
A
A
A
UPDATE: 3:47 p.m.
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reported Monday afternoon that the earthquake which occurred at approximately 2:13 p.m. in the vicinity the Southwest Rift Zone of Kīlauea volcano registered a magnitude of 4.1.
The US Geological Survey, or USGS, reported it as a 3.9 magnitude earlier in the day.
No tsunami threats were triggered after the quake rumbled approximately five miles east of Pāhala. However, USGS stated some areas may have experienced shaking.
Aftershocks are always possible as well, PTWC reported.
ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW AD
Comments
This comments section is a public community forum for the purpose of free expression. Although Big Island Now encourages respectful communication only, some content may be considered offensive. Please view at your own discretion. View Comments (19)
Trending Now
1Portion of Highway 11 in Puna Closed Due to Traffic Accident 27 Teens Arrested Following Reported Fight at Pāhoa High 3Motorcyclist Critically Injured in Puna Traffic Collision 4Hilo Man Faces Numerous Firearm Offenses in Connection to Shots Fired on Kalanikoa St. 5Police Seek Suspect Who Used Counterfeit Bill 6Ige Keeps Current COVID Rules in Place
