Kilauea Eruption: 1,300-Foot Fountains and Tephra Accumulation Reported
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has reported a significant fountaining episode at Kilauea volcano, with lava fountains reaching an impressive height of 1,300 feet (400 meters). This recent activity has led to tephra falling across Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and adjacent communities.
According to the USGS, Kilauea's plume resulted in tephra falling within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and adjacent communities.
Tephra consists of glassy volcanic fragments, including various materials such as volcanic ash, pumice, scoria, Pele's hair, and reticulate. These fragments are characteristically formed by lava fountains during eruptive events.
The heaviest tephra accumulation was recorded at Uēkahuna Overlook, with approximately 4 to 7 inches of material accumulating.