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Chain of Craters Road Emergency Route Being Worked On
Public Information Officer Jessica Ferracane told reporters on the phone that the Chain of Craters Road in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park is being worked on.
Aerial Views of Fissures and Flows
The U.S. Geological Survey released this video and photos of a helicopter overflight of a fast-moving lava flow emerging from fissure 20 on May 19, at 7:52 a.m.
Update: Malama Kī Forest Reserve Now Closed
This is a Civil Defense Message for Saturday, May 19, 2018, at 8:30 in the morning.
12:30 P.M. Update: HVO Monitoring Active Flows
The danger from this eruption is ash fallout. The major response is to protect yourself from fallout.
USGS Releases New Map of East Rift Zone
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) released this map of the current eruptions happening in Leilani Estates.
Lava Continues to the Ocean, Crosses Pohoiki Road
This morning, Friday, May 18, 2018, the line of fountains on fissure 17 coalesced into a large fountain that was sending lava 50 meters (164 feet) into the air.
Fissure Activity Increases Overnight in Lower East Rift Zone
The U.S. Geological Survey reports that fissure activity in the Lower East Rift Zone increased last night, Thursday, May 17, 2018.
No-Entry Zones Still for Leilani Estates and Lanipuna Gardens
Hawai‘i Electric Light is reminding the community that the Leilani Estates and Lanipuna Gardens areas are designated as a no-entry zone for its crews.
Update on USPS Mail Service for Puna Residents
The United States Postal Service announces the following latest updates regarding the impact to mail delivery of the Kīlauea Volcano eruption in the Puna region of Hawai‘i island.
3:15 P.M. VIDEO UPDATE: Fire and Fury
On Friday, May 18, 2018, the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) has reported a new fissure 22, between fissures 19 and 20.
6 P.M. Civil Defense Update on Kīlauea Eruptions
On Thursday, May 17, 2018, the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) reported a new fissure (21) down rift of Makamae Street in Leilani Estates.
EPA Efforts During Kīlauea Volcano Eruption
EPA has deployed emergency responders and air monitoring equipment as part of the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s federal response to the Kīlauea volcanic eruption.
New Fissure Opens, Several Reactivate
The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) announces a new fissure 21 opened on Thursday, May 17, 2018.
Hawai‘i Electric Light Sets Up Web Page for Eruption Updates
Hawai‘i Electric Light announces it has set up a page on its website for the latest information for customers affected by the eruption.
Latest Volcanic Episode Leaves Areas of HVNP Under Thin Layer of Ash
USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) and Hawai‘i County Civil Defense reported a volcanic explosion in Halema‘uma‘u Crater, located at the summit of Kīlauea.
Cracks Widen in Lower East Rift Zone
The U.S. Geological Survey released this photo of an aerial view of ground cracks on Pohoiki Road during an overflight of the eruptive fissure area at about 7 a.m.
Senate Passes Bill to Strengthen Volcano Monitoring Capabilities
Sens. Mazie K. Hirono, Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) secured the passage of S. 346, the National Volcano Early Warning and Monitoring System Act.
The Salvation Army Responds to Puna Lava Flow
Emergency Disaster Services [EDS] personnel and volunteers from The Salvation Army are supporting those affected by the Puna lava flow with meal coordination, hydration, and emotional and spiritual care.
Kaiser Permanente Contributes $20,000 to Hawai‘i Island Recovery
Kaiser Permanente Hawai‘i announces they have donated $10,000 each to the Salvation Army Hawai‘i and Red Cross Hawai‘i.
2:00 P.M. UPDATE: Kīlauea Erupts
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports that an explosive eruption at Kīlauea’s Summit has occurred. The resulting ash plume will cover the surrounding area.
