Kilauea Eruption Sends Lava Fountains 700 Feet High in 14th Episode Since December

The 29-hour eruption covered 75% of Halemaʻumaʻu crater floor and raised concerns about health risks from volcanic gases and glass particles.

Kilauea erupted for 29 hours from March 19 to 20, 2025, with lava fountains reaching up to 700 feet in height.
This marks the 14th eruption episode since December 23, 2024, continuing Kilauea's pattern of frequent volcanic activity since 2020.
Lava flows covered approximately 75% of the Halemaʻumaʻu crater floor, with no immediate threat to nearby communities.
Health risks persist from volcanic gases, such as sulfur dioxide, and Pele’s hair, fine volcanic glass particles that can irritate skin and eyes.
The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, which monitors Kilauea, faces operational uncertainty due to an impending government-ordered eviction from its facilities.