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Kilauea Eruption Continues: Episode 37 Expected Soon

11/17/2025

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The U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports Kilauea activity after a federal shutdown, with the summit eruption lasting over 10 months and the Volcano Alert Level at WATCH.
Recent episodes have produced lava fountains, with Episode 36 on November 9 reaching 1,200 feet and erupting 8.1 million cubic meters.
Episode 37 may begin between November 21 and 25.
Residents should limit exposure to volcanic gases and debris.

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The U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports Kilauea activity after a federal shutdown, with the summit eruption lasting over 10 months and the Volcano Alert Level at WATCH.
Recent episodes have produced lava fountains, with Episode 36 on November 9 reaching 1,200 feet and erupting 8.1 million cubic meters.
Episode 37 may begin between November 21 and 25.
Residents should limit exposure to volcanic gases and debris.