HONOLULU (KHON2) — Kīlauea is rounding out day 10 of its eruption, with lava flows covering the western portion of the crater floor. The eruptive activity is confined to Halemaʻumaʻu and down-dropped block in the caldera.
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There has been no unusual activity noted along Kīlaueaʻs East or Southwest rift zones.
Over the past 24 hours, 10 small earthquakes have been detected at the summit. The seismic activity is increased during this time, but has stayed consistent.
This is the sixth eruption within the caldera since 2020, with previous eruptions having lasted anywhere from a week to over a year. This eruption has paused twice, and maintains a moderate level of activity.
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There are high levels of volcanic gas, such as water, carbon dioxide and sulfur dioxide, which can be hazardous. Sulfur dioxide can create volcanic fog, vog , downwind of Kīlauea.