Kilauea volcano in Hawaii put on a show on Sunday (February 15), erupting in lava fountains and sending ash and smoke pluming over its openings.
The U.S. Geological Survey reported that this marked the volcano’s 42nd episode of lava fountaining, beginning at 1:50 p.m. (2350 GMT).
According to the National Weather Service, the plume from this eruption reached 35,000 feet above sea level
Scientists with the USGS noted that the volcano has been experiencing intermittent eruptions since December 23, 2024. Activity has largely been concentrated at two vents—one to the north and another to the south—within the Halemaʻumaʻu crater.
Renowned for its persistent activity, Kilauea remains one of the most volcanically active sites on the planet.
