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Kilauea Erupts, Sending Lava Fountains 200 Meters High

4/10/2026

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Kilauea on Hawaii's Big Island erupted around 11 am local time, sending lava fountains over 200 meters into the air.
The United States Geological Survey reported the eruption produced about 3.6 million cubic yards of lava.
The Hawaii Volcanoes National Park closed due to the eruption.
An ashfall warning was issued for the island's southeastern region.
Kilauea has a history of eruptions since 1952.

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Kilauea on Hawaii's Big Island erupted around 11 am local time, sending lava fountains over 200 meters into the air.
The United States Geological Survey reported the eruption produced about 3.6 million cubic yards of lava.
The Hawaii Volcanoes National Park closed due to the eruption.
An ashfall warning was issued for the island's southeastern region.
Kilauea has a history of eruptions since 1952.