Story highlights Lava from Kilauea Volcano is flowing into the oceanFlow poses no immediate threat to nearby communities(CNN) The Big Island of Hawaii is getting a little bigger as lava from the Kilauea Volcano flows into the Pacific Ocean. The 6.5 mile-long lava flow has been dribbling down the south flank of Kilauea since May , according to the U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory. The USGS said the flow is about 20 meters (66 feet) wide where it spills over the cliff into the sea. Kanoa Jones has a full-time job as a mechanic and welder, but has taken a leave of absence to run lava boat tours. The red-hot lava creates huge plumes of steam as it hits the water and begins cooling into rock, delighting locals and eager tourists.

Source: CNN July 28, 2016 20:26 UTC