US tourist hot spot closed as volcano erupts in spectacular lava fountain

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThe eruption on Hawaii's Big Island has captivated residents and visitors for over a year with its intermittent bursts of lava (AP)Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupted again Tuesday, producing a spectacular lava fountain that soared to 300 metres (1,000 feet).This marks the 43rd eruption episode since December 2024, with live streams showing two bright-red lava fountains and smoke.The eruption caused ashfall, known as tephra, leading to temporary closures of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and a section of Highway 11.The National Weather Service issued an ashfall warning as volcanic tephra can irritate eyes, skin, and the respiratory system, and clog water collection systems.Although the molten rock is confined within the summit crater and poses no threat to homes, Hawaii County opened a shelter for those affected by road closures or falling tephra.In fullNational park and key highway closed as Hawaii volcano shoots lava fountains 1,000 feet highThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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