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Mauna Loa and Kilauea eruptions

Are Mauna Loa and Kilauea connected? New study finds network of magma chambers

Updated: Dec. 23, 2022 at 7:10 AM HST
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By HNN Staff
The study “revealed a previously hidden collection of magma caches that may act like the beating heart of the volcanoes above.”

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Two weeks after Mauna Loa's eruption, Governor Josh Green met with federal, state, and county...

Over course of eruption, Mauna Loa lava traveled 16 miles and response cost $2M

Updated: Dec. 14, 2022 at 5:58 PM HST
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By Annalisa Burgos
HIEMA estimates damage to public infrastructure, primarily two roads, add up to about $1.5 million, while law enforcement and viewing area operations cost some $600,000.

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USGS reported Tuesday morning that Mauna Loa is no longer erupting.

USGS: Mauna Loa and Kilauea no longer erupting; alert levels downgraded

Updated: Dec. 13, 2022 at 4:24 PM HST
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By HNN Staff
Scientists said lava supply to the Fissure 3 vent ceased on Saturday.

Mauna Loa Eruption

The eruption at Mauna Loa is waning, but officials aren’t yet ready to say it’s over.

USGS: Mauna Loa eruption ‘may still’ be active, but lava flows have ceased

Updated: Dec. 12, 2022 at 12:48 PM HST
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By HNN Staff
The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory said Sunday the eruption is contained within the cinder cone at the fissure 3 vent.

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Hawaii National Guard were activated to help with the Mauna Loa eruption.

Hawaii County prepares to scale back emergency operations as eruption winds down

Updated: Dec. 12, 2022 at 5:50 AM HST
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By Annalisa Burgos
About 20 members of the Hawaii National Guard were activated to help with the Mauna Loa eruption.

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A lava pond has replaced fountains at Mauna Loa’s Fissure 3 vent as the supply of lava and...

Alert level for Mauna Loa volcano downgraded to ‘watch’ as eruption wanes

Updated: Dec. 11, 2022 at 10:17 AM HST
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By HNN Staff
The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory said Sunday the eruption is contained within the cinder cone at the fissure 3 vent.

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The Mauna Loa eruption continues to pose no threat to communities, but lava flows have crossed...

PODCAST: Helicopter pilot describes rare flight over Mauna Loa’s ‘epic’ lava flow

Updated: Dec. 9, 2022 at 4:06 PM HST
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By HNN Staff
Calvin Dorn has been flying helicopters for decades. But flying over lava from the Mauna Loa eruption was unlike anything he’s ever experienced.

Mauna Loa Eruption

With an estimated 50,000 visitors stopping along the designated viewing route, trash and large...

Hawaii Island to volcano spectators: ‘Take your ʻopala with you’

Updated: Dec. 8, 2022 at 2:29 PM HST
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By Caelan Hughes
“We want to urge our community and visitors to take your ʻopala with you."

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This aerial view shows Fissure 3 erupting on the northeast rift zone of Mauna Loa.

Hawaii Island mayor: ‘Disrespectful’ spectators are throwing marshmallows at lava

Updated: Dec. 8, 2022 at 8:18 AM HST
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By HNN Staff
"It’s disrespectful to Hawaiians and their love for Madame Pele."

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Lava from Mauna Loa slowed its advance toward the Daniel K. Inouye Highway on Thursday as it...

PHOTOS: Here’s a look at spectacular images captured of Mauna Loa’s eruption

Updated: Dec. 6, 2022 at 7:29 AM HST
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By HNN Staff
The glow of lava continues to paint the early morning and night skies above Hawaii Island.

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Mauna Loa eruption

Hawaii National Guard members activated as Mauna Loa lava flow nears highway

Updated: Dec. 6, 2022 at 4:29 AM HST
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By HNN Staff and Annalisa Burgos
One fissure from the eruption remains active.

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Lava erupts from Hawaii's Mauna Loa volcano, Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022, near Hilo, Hawaii. (AP...

After unexploded ordnance found, officials reiterate warning: Stay out of lava fields

Updated: Dec. 5, 2022 at 1:54 PM HST
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By HNN Staff
Violators could be cited and even arrested.

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People stand on lava rock from a previous eruption near the Mauna Loa volcano as it erupts...

Sold-out bookings, full occupancy: Mauna Loa eruption proves a boon for tourism industry

Updated: Dec. 4, 2022 at 10:31 PM HST
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By Jolanie Martinez
The majority of the hotels in Hilo are fully booked, including the Dolphin Bay Hotel.

Mauna Loa Eruption

A man talks on a phone in his car alongside Saddle Road as the Mauna Loa volcano erupts...

Discovery of unexploded ordnance forces closure of popular lava viewing area

Updated: Dec. 4, 2022 at 4:15 PM HST
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By HNN Staff
Officials said the ordnance was found Sunday morning in lava rocks away from the road.

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Guy Kaniho.

As lava advances, Hawaiian homesteaders feel forgotten by government

Updated: Dec. 2, 2022 at 6:39 PM HST
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By Chelsea Davis
"At first I was thinking, could it be that we don’t count?"

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An aerial view of Fissure 3 erupting on Mauna Loa.

Heads up, drone pilots: The airspace around Mauna Loa’s eruption is now restricted

Updated: Dec. 2, 2022 at 5:03 PM HST
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By HNN Staff
As the Mauna Loa eruption continues to spew lava and dangerous volcanic gases into the air, officials are warning aircraft pilots to stay away.

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Ingrid Yang, left, and Kelly Bruno, both of San Diego, take a photo in front of lava erupting...

Hawaii Island seeks to woo visitors for a rare show: 2 volcanoes erupting at once

Updated: Dec. 2, 2022 at 2:57 PM HST
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By HNN Staff
Yes, it’s still safe to visit Hawaii Island, and no, you shouldn’t change your travel plans, officials say.

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Mauna Loa Eruption

Advance of lava from Mauna Loa eruption slows, but threat to key Hawaii Island highway remains

Updated: Dec. 2, 2022 at 8:23 AM HST
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By HNN Staff
The lava flow is now about 2.7 miles from the Daniel K. Inouye Highway.

Mauna Loa Eruption

To accommodate growing crowds to see Mauna Loa’s fiery show, a safe public viewing area was...

New viewing area set up for lava spectators amid concerns over congestion, safety

Updated: Dec. 2, 2022 at 7:22 AM HST
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By HNN Staff
County crews have set up traffic mitigation efforts to let people know where to go.

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The front of the flow closest to Saddle Road on Nov. 30, 2022.

Is there a way to stop a lava flow? Officials discuss diversion amid Mauna Loa eruption

Updated: Dec. 1, 2022 at 4:14 PM HST
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By HNN Staff
As history shows, it’s not always that easy.

Mauna Loa Eruption

Lava from the Mauna Loa eruptions is flowing down the northeast rift zone.

Thousands flock to see ‘epic’ Mauna Loa eruption as lava flows light up sky

Updated: Nov. 30, 2022 at 8:03 PM HST
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By HNN Staff
"It’s like the goddess returned."

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Mauna Loa eruption, Nov. 30, 2022

State develops action plan as lava approaches key Hawaii Island highway

Updated: Nov. 30, 2022 at 6:16 PM HST
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By Ben Gutierrez and HNN Staff
Lava has already cut across a private road.

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The Mauna Loa eruption flow is 4.5 miles from the main highway on Hawaii's Big Island.

Medical facilities brace for influx of patients as threat of vog looms

Updated: Nov. 30, 2022 at 12:42 PM HST
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By Chelsea Davis
A Vog Measurement and Prediction Program from the University of Hawaii shows there are traces of hazardous sulfur dioxide emissions surrounding the Mauna Loa eruption.

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Both Kalber and Omori have spent decades tracking the magic of Hawaii's volcanoes and for as...

For these photographers, capturing Mauna Loa’s fiery show is the opportunity of a lifetime

Updated: Nov. 29, 2022 at 10:49 PM HST
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By Mark Carpenter
“Seeing Earth create new land and just this whole process is just, it’s humbling."

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Plume visible from Mauna Loa's eruption.

Mauna Loa eruption comes after longest quiet period in recorded history

Updated: Nov. 29, 2022 at 4:37 PM HST
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By HNN Staff
Before Sunday, the most recent eruptions occurred in 1974 and then 1984.

Mauna Loa Eruption

Lava blocks private road to NOAA's Mauna Loa Observatory.

Mauna Loa lava flow cuts off access to key global climate monitoring station

Updated: Nov. 29, 2022 at 4:35 PM HST
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By HNN Staff
There are only four labs like this located across the globe.

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Field crews monitoring conditions in the Northeast Rift Zone.

Health Department: Vog poised to be a growing threat as eruption continues

Updated: Nov. 28, 2022 at 10:40 PM HST
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By HNN Staff
On Monday, air quality monitors were not showing any problem areas in population centers.

News

On Monday, Hawaiians celebrated La Kuokoa, also known as Hawaiian Independence Day. Many...

Native Hawaiians see special significance in Mauna Loa erupting on La Kuokoa

Updated: Nov. 28, 2022 at 9:37 PM HST
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By Chelsea Davis
Native Hawaiians say it is no coincidence that Mauna Loa erupted just before midnight.

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Lava flows downslope hours after Mauna Loa's eruption.

Mauna Loa eruption expected to trigger winter tourism boost for Hawaii Island

Updated: Nov. 28, 2022 at 9:18 PM HST
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By Mark Carpenter
Hawaii Island businesses are already expecting to see the lava lovers flocking this winter season.
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