Following its spectacular lower Puna eruption, Kilauea went silent for the longest span I've seen in my lifetime. Then, madame returned to her home at Halemaumau Crater towards the end of 2020, only to go silent again six months later. But now, Kilauea quietly begins erupting again. … [Read more...] about Kilauea Quietly Begins Erupting Again
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Kilauea Volcano Has Officials on Edge
Ever since Kilauea's incredible but destructive 2018 eruption ended, the volcano has been largely silent. Activity did return to Halemaumau crater in December of 2020 but slowly fizzled out again six months later. Now, however, Kilauea volcano has officials on edge once again. … [Read more...] about Kilauea Volcano Has Officials on Edge
Kilauea Volcano Goes Silent Again
Late last year, the most active volcano on earth quietly came back to life after an impressive but destructive eruptive phase abruptly ended in late 2018. However, the Kilauea Volcano goes silent again, ending what turned out to be a very short eruption. … [Read more...] about Kilauea Volcano Goes Silent Again
Kilauea Awakens from its Slumber
For nearly 35 years Kilauea on Hawaii Island has seen near-constant volcanic activity. However, with a climactic eruption in 2018, that came to an end - until now. After two years of silence, Kilauea awakens from its slumber. … [Read more...] about Kilauea Awakens from its Slumber
A Comparison of Hawaii Elevations
I'm sick and tired of writing about the pandemic. So, let's discuss a random topic: a comparison of Hawaii elevations. I think this will make you seriously think about what you're seeing during your next visit. … [Read more...] about A Comparison of Hawaii Elevations
Hawaii National Parks Increased Their Entry Fees
If you're visiting one of Hawaii's National Parks this year, know that two Hawaii National Parks increased their entry fees on New Year's Day. … [Read more...] about Hawaii National Parks Increased Their Entry Fees
Kilauea Eruption is Officially Over
The Big Island's Kilauea Volcano, one of the most active volcanoes in the world, began a startling new eruptive episode this year. And what seemed like it would never end did so abruptly in late September. And now, three months later, the Kilauea eruption is officially over. … [Read more...] about Kilauea Eruption is Officially Over
The Big Island is a Safe Place to Visit
With all of the media coverage surrounding Kilauea's current eruption, there's been a ton of misinformation. So I want to come out and say that the Big Island is a safe place to visit. There's no reason to cancel your vacation. … [Read more...] about The Big Island is a Safe Place to Visit
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Closes
The Hawaii Volcanoes National Park closes today until further notice. There are growing concerns that an explosive event could occur at Halemaumau Crater. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Closes
Kilauea East Rift Zone Eruption 2018
Yesterday, the Kilauea East Rift Zone eruption 2018 began on the Big Island of Hawaii. And if you're planning on visiting the island, there are some things you need to know. … [Read more...] about Kilauea East Rift Zone Eruption 2018