Denice Shilling Denice Shilling

Pele is back!

Pele is back! Showing off in Volcano National Park in a remote area southwest of the summit caldera. The last eruption in this area took place in 1974 and lasted for only 6 hours. Distant lava glow was visible from summit overlooks before dawn.

Currently the Maunaiki Trail is closed.

More up to date information on the eruption and closures, please visit the Volcano National Park website.

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