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Kilauea Erupts: 1,000-Foot Lava Fountains Threaten Residents

6/21/2025

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Kilauea volcano erupted dramatically on June 20, 2025, unleashing lava fountains soaring over 1,000 feet into the sky during its 26th episode. The molten flows surged into the Halema‘uma‘u crater, while the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory cautioned residents about hazardous volcanic gas and Pele's hair drifting toward downwind areas. Kilauea continues to assert its status as one of the globe's most active volcanoes.

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Kilauea volcano erupted dramatically on June 20, 2025, unleashing lava fountains soaring over 1,000 feet into the sky during its 26th episode. The molten flows surged into the Halema‘uma‘u crater, while the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory cautioned residents about hazardous volcanic gas and Pele's hair drifting toward downwind areas. Kilauea continues to assert its status as one of the globe's most active volcanoes.