USGS Issues Orange Alert for Hawaii's Kilauea Volcano
Summary
The U.S. Geological Survey has issued an orange alert for Hawaii's Kilauea volcano. The alert indicates that lava flows are increasing, and another volcanic eruption may be imminent.Key Facts
- The alert is at an "orange" level, which means increased volcanic activity.
- Kilauea is one of the most active volcanoes in the world.
- Recent lava flows have been longer at night compared to the daytime.
- Lava fountains, where lava shoots into the air, have been observed.
- The current eruption's patterns resemble those from the 1983–86 Puʻuʻōʻō eruption.
- Signs like ground swelling, tremors, and glowing suggest more eruptions could happen soon.
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