Hawai'i Volcano Blog
Volcano Overflight: Just Days Before Delta Collapse
“We saw three tour boats within 10 yards of the ocean entry, begging the question as to why they are not at risk of a sudden bench collapse as the park claims we are.”
VIDEO UPDATE: Delta Collapse Closes Kamokuna Ocean Entry
A large section of the 26-acre lava delta formed by the 61g lava flow collapsed into the ocean around 2:45 p.m. on New Year’s Eve…
Kīlauea Volcano’s 2016 East Rift Zone Eruption
As the East Rift Zone eruption begins its 35th year, let’s review what happened over the past 12 months.
HPA Hosts VOG Presentation
Hawaii Preparatory Academy welcomes Tamar Elias, USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientist, who will present Volcanic Air Pollution: The What, Where, and How of Vog in Hawaii
Virtual Reality Brings Hawaiian Volcano to Life
In the late 19th century, several artists were perfecting the portrayal of the fiery hues and breathtaking spattering of Kīlauea’s lava lake.
Volcano Overflight: Lava Lake Exposed
Paradise Helicopters crew with Tropical Visions Video photographer/videographer Mick Kalber conducted a volcano flyover at 6 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 15
Why Kīlauea Volcano’s Current Lava Flow is Called ‘61g’
Kīlauea’s current flow is called “61g” because it is the 7th flow (g) in the sequence of events that compose the 61st episode of the ongoing East Rift Zone eruption
Volcano Overflight: New Pali Skylights
Paradise Helicopters crew with Tropical Visions Video photographer/videographer Mick Kalber conducted a volcano flyover at 6 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 8.
January is Big Island’s 8th Annual Volcano Awareness Month
Each January since 2010, USGS HVO scientists have offered various talks around the island to keep residents and visitors informed about Hawaiian volcanoes.
International Meeting Addresses Volcano Hazard Assessment
With millions people living and working near Earth’s 1,500 active volcanoes, it’s essential to develop ways to co-exist safely with potential threats.
Volcano Overflight: New Lava River Forms
Paradise Helicopters crew with Tropical Visions Video’s photographer/videographer Mick Kalber conducted a volcano flyover at 6 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 24.
Assumption About Kīlauea Volcano Proven Wrong
An assumption about Kīlauea’s recent past has been proven wrong—and only in the past couple of months!
Volcano Overflight Reveals ‘Wild Ocean Lava’
Paradise Helicopters crew with Tropical Visions Video’s photographer/videographer Mick Kalber conducted a volcano flyover at 6 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 17.
Seabirds Struggle for Survival on Mauna Loa
High on the slopes of Mauna Loa, the largest active volcano on Earth, a unique Hawaiian seabird struggles for survival.
Volcano Overflight: Big Island Continues to Grow
Paradise Helicopters crew with Tropical Visions Video’s photographer/videographer Mick Kalber conducted a volcano flyover at 6 a.m. on Nov. 10, 2016.
Hawaiian Volcanoes Observatory Offers Guidance on Living with Vog
During winter, frequent interruptions of northeasterly trade winds play a leading role in determining where vog from Kīlauea is distributed across the island…
Volcano Overflight Reveals Huge Lava Delta
The lava delta is enormous, Kalber said, with over 20 acres (by some accounts) of new land added to the Big Island.
Helicopter Pilots & Mechanics Crucial to Volcano Monitoring
The skill and observational ability of pilots and the resolve of mechanics maintaining the helicopters, make it possible for HVO staff to work at remote sites…
Volcano Overflights: Laze & ‘Spectacular’ Ocean Entry
All activity is still confined to the Kalapana (eastern) lava delta.
GPS is Critical Tool for Volcano Monitoring
Hawaiʻi’s has a network of over 60 scientific-grade GPS stations operated by scientists at the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.
