Hawaii’s Kilauea Volcano Spews Fountains of Lava in Latest Eruption Episode

Lava shoots up high during an ongoing eruption of Kilauea volcano inside Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on April 8, 2025, in a still from webcam footage. U.S. Geological Survey via AP

HONOLULU—Scientists were bracing for high lava fountains Tuesday during the latest episode of an ongoing eruption of Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano.

Lava fountains have reached heights of 1,000 feet (305 meters) during recent eruptive episodes, drawing visitors to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park to marvel at the fiery glow.