Kilauea lit up the sky with fountains of lava at Halemaumau crater before dawn this morning, producing a towering plume visible from miles away.

The eruptive episode, which began about 3:11 a.m., marked the 33rd episode of activity at the summit since December 2024. Scientists said the lava flow is confined to the crater within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and does not pose a threat to nearby communities or airports.

By sunrise, lava fountains were reaching heights of 500 feet, feeding multiple streams across the crater floor. A volcanic plume rose to about 10,000 feet, carrying sulfur dioxide and other gases southwest.

Officials said the eruption may send fine ash and Pele’s hair several miles downwind, creating hazards for visitors and residents. The gas emissions can also generate

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