Kilauea begins erupting again as the alert level moves from watch to warning per the USGS Hawaii Volcano Observatory update.
The eruption of Kīlauea volcano has commenced. At approximately 4:44 a.m. on June 7, 2023, the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory observed a glowing phenomenon in the images captured by the Kīlauea summit webcam, signaling the beginning of an eruption within Halemaʻumaʻu crater, situated in Kīlauea’s summit caldera within Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park.
In response to this event and the potential hazards it presents, the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory is raising Kīlauea’s volcano alert level from WATCH to WARNING, along with elevating its aviation color code from ORANGE to RED. Ongoing evaluations will determine the extent of this eruption and the associated risks.
June 7th, 2023 Webcam Images
The initial stages of volcanic eruptions are characterized by dynamic changes. The webcam images reveal fissures forming at the base of Halemaʻumaʻu crater, resulting in the formation of lava flows on the crater floor. Currently, the activity remains confined to Halemaʻumaʻu, and a reassessment of the hazards will be conducted as the eruption progresses.
How To View Kilauea Eruption
If you are on the Big Island or plan on visiting you can utilize a wide variety of authorized tours to view the eruption. Use an activity platform to search for highly-rated tour operators. Here are several highly rated helicopter tour companies and private guides that may assist you in getting the best experience.
