The continuing slowdown of Kīlauea’s lower east rift zone eruption has given many of the displaced residents hope for moving back into their homes, but for the animals trapped in kipukas (areas surrounded by lava), life is still a daily struggle because of heat, toxic gases, and lack of food & water. So, after an … More Animal Rescue Mission | August 10, 2018
Kīlauea continues to erupt on its lower east rift zone, effusing lava from fissure 8 in Leilani Estates, and flowing into the sea 8 miles away. Levels in the channels have been lower, and are moving slower as well, so much so, that crust has formed over a couple spots. The northern branch of the … More Lava Update | August 2, 2018
Kilauea’s eruptive activity persists, with fissure 8 continuing to feed the massive perched channel within Leilani Estates. Sizable earthquakes at the summit have been generating surges through the system, which in turn have created overflows, instability, and unpredictability. One such breach yesterday, touched off a brushfire in an isolated area adjacent to the braided channels, … More Lava Update | July 29, 2018
Truly a sobering day to see lava approaching beloved Pohoiki, the last coastal gem in Puna… At sunrise this morning, the leading edge at the coast sat on the edge of Dead Trees, having already consumed Shacks overnight. The much visited Isaac Hale Beach Park and Pohoiki boat ramp are just a stone’s throw away. … More Lava Update | July 24, 2018
Pele continues to keep her distance from Pohoiki (at least for now)… but the huge flow atop the previous one that took Ahalanui has made it’s way to the ocean, and moved only somewhat south toward the bay. The flow can clearly be seen looming over Pohoiki to the northeast. … More July 22, 2018 | Pele Spares Pohoiki (VIDEO)
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