Kīlauea
USA | Elevation: 1247m
Coordinates: 19.421, -155.287
About
One of the world's most active volcanoes, located on the Big Island of Hawaii. Known for effusive lava flows.
Eruption History
1790VEI 4
1823VEI 2
1924VEI 2
1955VEI 2
1959VEI 3
1983VEI 2
2018VEI 3
2023VEI 1
2023VEI 1
Summit eruption2018VEI 3
Lower Puna eruption - destroyed 700 homes1983VEI 2
Pu'u 'O'o eruption begins (35 years)1959VEI 3
Kilauea Iki lava lake1955VEI 2
Lower East Rift Zone eruption1924VEI 2
Explosive summit collapse1823VEI 2
1790VEI 4
Explosive summit eruptionVEI Scale (Volcanic Explosivity Index)
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Current Volcash Score
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View on MapSafety Information
During Ash Fall
Stay indoors, close windows, wear N95 masks if outside. Protect electronics and water supplies.
For Outdoor Activities
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