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Mauna Loa Erupts For First Time Since 1984
Source: USGS
Hawaii’s Mauna Loa volcano has erupted for the first time since 1984.
Mauna Loa, the world’s largest active volcano, began erupting on Sunday evening on the Big Island of Hawaii.
Mauna Loa began to erupt at 11:30 PM HST on Sunday. The eruption is currently confined to the summit, and there is no indication that magma is moving into either rift zone. HVO is closely monitoring. Follow @USGSVolcanoes for updates. Find webcams here: https://t.co/PCmuqZqpcB pic.twitter.com/dv6vJBsASo
— USGS (@USGS) November 28, 2022
“At this time, lava flows are contained within the summit area and are not threatening downslope communities,” the U.S. Geological Survey said as it raised the alert level for the volcano from “advisory” to “warning.”
However, the USGS warned residents that “based on past events, the early stages of a Mauna Loa eruption can be very dynamic and the location and advance of lava flows can change rapidly.” For that reason, the USGS is urging residents who are at risk to “review preparedness and refer to Hawai’i County Civil Defense information for further guidance. “
Mauna Loa last erupted in 1984 when lava flows came within 4.5 miles of the island’s biggest town, Hilo.
