The Kilauea volcano, located in Hawaii and recognized as one of the most active on the planet, entered a new eruptive episode last Saturday (10), with lava fountains that reached up to 6 meters high inside the Halemaʻumaʻu crater, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). This is the 40th eruption of the volcano, which began on December 23, 2024.
In addition to the impressive lava fountains, the volcano maintains high emissions of volcanic gases, which have caused atmospheric pollution in regions downwind, requiring constant monitoring by local authorities to ensure the safety of the population.
Despite the potential risk, no direct damage to inhabited areas has been reported so far, according to news agencies. Monitoring by the USGS and Hawaiian authorities continues, with alerts and restrictions on access to nearby areas to avoid risks to residents and tourists.
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Kilauea is one of the most studied volcanoes in the world, with almost continuous activity since 1983.
