Volcanoes in Hawaii: Kilauea Volcano

Volcanoes in Hawaii: Kilauea Volcano

Location : Big Island, Hawaii

• 19.425 N, 155.292 W,
• Volcano summit elevation 1222 meters
• Shield volcano

Kilauea Volcano is one of the world's most active volcanoes. The Kilauea volcano has been in constant eruption since 1983. A large collapse occurred at Kilauea volcano in November 2005. Lava flows destroyed three houses in Royal Gardens subdivision in February 2008.

A bench collapse occurred at Waikupanaha ocean entry, Kilauea Volcano, Hawaii, on the afternoon of 17th February 2009 (local time). Four explosions were recorded between 12:45 and 1:15 pm. The lava delta and nearby areas remain dangerous and should not be approached. Bench collapse can occur without warning, and result in explosions and ejection of hot lava, and local waves.
Volcanoes in Hawaii