Hawaii's Kilauea volcano, one of the world's most active, erupted again on Sunday afternoon. The eruption occurred in the Halema'uma'u crater. Lava exploded over 300 meters high, releasing ash and microscopic glass particles into the atmosphere.
This eruption, the 23rd in a cycle that began last December, is concentrated within the Halema'uma'u crater. The northern vent features lava fountains reaching over 300 meters. The southern vent reaches about 70 meters.
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has issued a "WATCH" alert and an "ORANGE" color code for aviation. This indicates moderate eruptive activity with potential impacts on air traffic, especially from ash. Volcanic activity is confined to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, which remains open to tourists with safety precautions.