Hawaii's Kilauea volcano could be ready to blow, scientists say - News Summed Up

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano could be ready to blow, scientists say


Geologists warned Wednesday that Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano could soon experience explosive eruptions from its summit and launch large rocks and ash into the air. If lava drops below the groundwater level, it could heat up the water and create steam. The volcano could then eject "ballistic rocks" of lava up to several feet in diameter, the USGS said. "Debris expelled during such explosions could impact the area surrounding Halemaʻumaʻu and the Kīlauea summit," the HVO told the Star-Advertiser. But people have continued to visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, which includes the crater and surrounding region.


Source: Fox News May 10, 2018 05:03 UTC



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