Located within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, the Kilauea volcano has once again come to life, marking the seventh recorded eruption in recent weeks. The eruption, which began on December 23 in a crater at Kilauea's summit, has been characterized by intermittent pauses followed by periods of increased activity.
The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reported that the eruption resumed on Monday, with small spatter fountains gradually intensifying into sustained fountaining. Fountains on the north side of the volcano are currently reaching heights of 100 to 120 feet (30 to 40 meters) and are feeding multiple lava streams. Additionally, a smaller fountain on the south side has led to the emergence of a small lava flow.
