Hawaii County Civil Defense interactive map of roadblocks, subdivisions, and eruption fissures: hawaii247.com/lavamap

USGS Resources related to the 2018 Kilauea Lower East Rift Zone eruption and Summit Activity

KÄ«lauea Eruption Information Resources: www.hawaiicounty.gov/lava-related/

Crowdsourced Kilauea Eruption lavaflow map here.

Kilauea Eruption Update

This image is from a temporary research camera positioned near Kapoho looking southwest. From left to right, one can see the eruptive fissures, with Fissure 15 on the far left, and Fissure 8 near the center. Webcam image taken 6:35 a.m., Tuesday, June 5, 2018 courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey

As of the morning of June 5, the fissure 8 lava flow front had completely filled Kapoho Bay. Photo taken Tuesday, June 5, 2018 courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey

Morning view of Halema’uma’u and the KÄ«lauea Caldera from the KÄ«lauea overlook. Heavy steam dominates the view, and strong winds are blowing the plume to the southwest. Photo taken Tuesday, June 5, 2018 courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey

Lava fountaining continues at fissure 8, although overnight crews reported reduced heights of 40-50 m (130-164 ft). The fountain has built a 35 m (115 ft) high cone, and an actively-growing spatter rampart on its eastern side. The lava channel leading from the cone is full to its banks. Photo taken Tuesday, June 5, 2018 courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey

HVO scientists captured this aerial view of a much-changed Halema‘uma‘u during their overflight of the summit this afternoon. Explosions and collapse within Halema‘uma‘u have enlarged the crater (foreground) that previously hosted the summit lava lake, and the far rim of Halema‘uma‘u has dropped with continued summit deflation. The parking area for the former Halema‘uma‘u Overlook (closed since early 2008 due to volcanic hazards) can be seen to the left of the crater. Photo taken Tuesday, June 5, 2018 courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey

The fissure 8 lava fountain height has diminished. Previously, fountain heights reached a sustained 260 ft. During the overnight hours of June 4-5, fluctuating heights were measured at about 100 to 160 ft. The fountain is partially obscured by a cone built by lava spatter, which is about 115 ft high. View from Nohea and Leilani Streets, in the Leilani Estates subdivision. Video taken Tuesday, June 5, 2018 courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey

Map as of 10:00 a.m. HST, June 5, 2018. Given the dynamic nature of KÄ«lauea’s lower East Rift Zone eruption, with changing vent locations, fissures starting and stopping, and varying rates of lava effusion, map details shown here are accurate as of the date/time noted. Shaded purple areas indicate lava flows erupted in 1840, 1955, 1960, and 2014-2015.

This thermal map shows the fissure system and lava flows as of 12:30 pm on Tuesday, June 5 The flow from Fissure 8 remains active, with the flow front entering the ocean. The black and white area is the extent of the thermal map. Temperature in the thermal image is displayed as gray-scale values, with the brightest pixels indicating the hottest areas. The thermal map was constructed by stitching many overlapping oblique thermal images collected by a handheld thermal camera during a helicopter overflight of the flow field. The base is a copyrighted color satellite image (used with permission) provided by Digital Globe.

HVO’s mid-day overflight on June 5 shows ongoing partial collapse of Halema‘uma‘u at the summit of KÄ«lauea Volcano. To the north of the former visitor Overlook parking area (closed in 2008) is the site of the former lava lake—now a deep hole piled with wall-rock rubble. The western portion of Halema‘uma‘u has moved down and toward the center of the crater as new cracks form on the caldera floor to the west. KÄ«lauea’s summit continues to subside due to withdrawal of magma towards the volcano’s East Rift Zone.This is a Civil Defense Message for 6 p.m., Tuesday, June 5, 2018.

Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports that vigorous lava eruptions continue in the lower East Rift Zone. Fissure 8 is still active and producing a large channelized flow that has inundated most of Vacationland and Kapoho Beach Lots. The ocean entry has completely filled Kapoho Bay and is extending 0.8 miles from shore. A large laze plume is blowing inland along the coastline.

Due to the lava entering the ocean, the following policies are in effect:

• Be aware of the laze hazard and stay away from any ocean plume.
• Health hazards of laze include lung damage, and eye and skin irritation.
• Be aware that the laze plume travels with the wind and can change direction without warning.
• Residents are advised to stay away from all areas of volcanic activity.

Due to the current volcanic activity, the following policies are in effect:

• Government Beach Road, between Kahakai Boulevard and Cinder Road, is open to Waa Waa and Papaya Farms Road residents only with official credentials. There is no curfew.
• Residents in this area should heed warnings from Civil Defense officials and be prepared to evacuate with little notice.

The shelter at Pahoa Community Center is open and pet-friendly. The Keaau Armory shelter has reached capacity.

Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports volcanic gas emissions remain very high from the fissure eruptions. Due to the elevated gas levels, the following is provided for your information:

• A community meeting on volcanic ash and vog will be held tomorrow, Wednesday, June 6 in Kona at the West Hawaii Civic Center Council Chambers – Building A, at 5:30 in the evening.
• The public can now monitor sulfur dioxide and hydrogen sulfide on Hawaii Island by visiting the Civil Defense website or go directly to www.epa.gov/kilaueaairdata.

Community Meetings

• 5 p.m. Tuesday, June 5, 2018: An eruption community information meeting will be held at the Pahoa High School cafeteria.
• 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 6, 2018: An ash and vog community meeting will be held at the West Hawaii Civic Center Council Chambers.

The Pahoa Post Office is open during normal business hours with temporary Sunday hours from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for mail and package distribution only for residents in the affected areas. No retail services on Sunday.

For your safety, heed warnings from Civil Defense officials and stay alert.

Ocean entry laze

Due to the lava entry at the ocean, the following policies are in effect:

• Access to the area is prohibited due to the laze hazard.
• Stay away from any ocean plume since it can change direction without warning.
• The U.S. Coast Guard is actively monitoring the ocean entry area and enforcing a 300-meter standoff zone. Only permitted tour boats are allowed in the area.
• Health hazards of laze include lung, eye and skin irritation.
• Be aware that the laze plume travels with the wind and can change direction without warning.

Get the latest Vog Predictions here: http://mkwc.ifa.hawaii.edu/vmap/

Sulfur Dioxide (SO₂) and Vog

Click on image for full description of air quality levels.

Volcanic gas emissions remain elevated throughout the area downwind of the vents in lower Puna.

• Severe conditions may exist such as choking and inability to breathe.
• Sulfur Dioxide (SO₂) gas from fissures are especially dangerous for elderly, children/babies and people with respiratory problems.

County, State, and Federal partners continue to monitor the situation. You will be informed of any conditions that affect your safety.

Monitor vog levels and forecasts: People on Hawaii Island outside the area of volcanic activity are also advised to monitor levels of vog at https://vog.ivhhn.org

The residents of Puna are going through a very difficult time. We ask for your help and understanding.

U.S. Geological survey scientists use fly-overs to track active lava flows.