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In this image released by the U.S. Geological Survey, the Kilauea volcano spews lava on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025, in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii. (M. Zoeller/U.S. Geological Survey via AP)

Kilauea’s on-and-off eruption is back on in Hawaii. What to know about its dramatic lava displays

Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano has been repeatedly disgorging lava at its summit crater about once a week since late last year. The firehose of molten rock delights residents, visitors and online viewers alike. On Tuesday, it began shooting lava into the air for the 32nd time since December. Scientists view each episode as part of the same eruption because magma has been following the same pathway to the surface. The lava is contained within the summit crater inside Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and isn’t threatening homes or buildings. Park visitors can see the eruption in person. Others can watch popular U.S. Geological Survey livestreams.

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