Hawaii tourism officials are calling on tourists to show respect and sensitivity as they flock to the Big Island to witness the latest eruption of Kilauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes.
The Hawaii Tourism Authority issued a statement on Wednesday night (June 7) urging visitors to be mindful of the cultural and spiritual significance of the volcanic eruption and the crater area.
"The Hawaii Tourism Authority urges mindfulness when planning a visit to the volcano," the agency stated.
