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Historic Volcanic Eruptions in Hawaii

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  • Kilauea Eruption

    On Kilauea a large eruption killed at least 80 Hawaiian warriors. Footprints from the warriors are still preserved in the Keanakako'i Ash. More Information: USGS, Volcano Types

  • Kilauea Eruption

    Kilauea Eruption
    This eruption blasted mud, debris, and hot rocks from the center of Halema'uma'u. Earthquakes and rock avalanches were also common. One life was lost. More Information: USGS 1924, USGS Picture Caption: Explosion on Kilauea.
    Picture Source: USGS

  • Mauna Loa Eruption

    Mauna Loa Eruption
    For 23 days a large volcanic eruption on Mauna Loa destroyed homes, gas stations, and blocked roads. This lava eruption also traveled at high speeds – it reached the ocean in less than four hours. More Information: USGS Picture Caption: Line of lava fountains.
    Picture Source: USGS

  • Kilauea Iki Crater Eruption

    Kilauea Iki Crater Eruption
    Some of the most notable formations were lava fountains and lava lakes. The lava lake reached a maximum depth on December 11th with 126.2 meters. Lava fountains reached heights between 60-80 meters. More Information: USGS Picture Caption: Growing lava fountain.
    Picture Source: USGS

  • Kapoho Eruption of Kilauea

    Kapoho Eruption of Kilauea
    The abundance of ash covered the town of Kapoho and destroyed local plants such as papaya, coconut, orchid, and coffee plants. On January 27th not only did more ash cover the town but the lava flow filled the streets and destroyed building after building. More Information: USGS Picture Caption: Aerial view across the fountains.
    Picture Source: USGS

  • Pu`u `Ō `ō-Kupaianaha Eruptions

    Pu`u `Ō `ō-Kupaianaha Eruptions
    In the last 27 years, 210 structures have been destroyed and at least 14 km of highway has been paved over by lava. More Information: USGS, USGS 1983 Statistics Picture Caption: Skylight in roof of lava tube.
    Picture Source: USGS

  • Mauna Loa Eruption

    Mauna Loa Eruption
    The Mauna Loa eruption of 1984 threatened the residents of Hilo, but fortunately no damage was done. The eruptions lasted for three weeks and the original flow of lava eventually broke up in to three channels during this time. More Information: USGS Picture Caption: Fissure eruption and lava flow.
    Picture Source: USGS