Kīlauea’s Episode 9: 330-Foot Lava Fountains Light Up Halemaʻumaʻu
Hawaiʻi’s Kīlauea Volcano continues its dramatic eruption cycle, with Episode 9 erupting at 10:16 a.m. HST on February 11, 2025. This latest event sent lava soaring up to 330 feet, adding fresh molten rock to Halemaʻumaʻu Crater and marking yet another chapter in the volcano’s ongoing activity.
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) confirmed that Episode 9 was preceded by small lava spatters that began early Monday, gradually intensifying overnight. By Tuesday morning, lava from the north vent had covered nearly 25% of the crater floor, while slow-moving lava emerged from the south vent shortly after.
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Episode 9: What Happened?
🔥 Start Time: February 11, 2025, at 10:16 a.m.
🔥 Lava Fountains: Reaching up to 330 feet from the north vent
🔥 Crater Coverage: Nearly 25% of Halemaʻumaʻu floor covered in fresh lava
🔥 Gas Emissions: High levels of SO₂ and volcanic glass (Pele’s Hair) impacting air quality
🔥 Current Alert Level: WATCH / ORANGE – USGS continues monitoring Kīlauea closely
Kīlauea, whose name in Hawaiian means "spewing" or "much spreading," has now erupted nine times since December 23, 2024. Each eruption has lasted between 13 hours and 8 days, with short pauses in between.
While Episode 9 has ended, scientists warn that another eruption could be on the horizon as summit inflation continues.
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What’s Next for Kīlauea?
🔹 Another eruption could occur soon, as summit inflation is increasing.
🔹 Vog and SO₂ emissions continue, impacting air quality in nearby communities.
🔹 Pele’s Hair (volcanic glass) is being carried by the wind, creating potential hazards.
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