Kīlauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes, is erupting again in a remote area of Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park.
On Tuesday, Geologists reported fountaining eruptive fissures and active lava flows on the floor of Nāpau Crater, just northeast of brief activity over the weekend. They said activity had greatly decreased by Wednesday morning.
Kīlauea erupted for a short period Sunday evening near the crater, U.S. Geological Survey’s Hawaiian Volcano Observatory said. The volcano's middle East Rift Zone eruption then resumed Monday evening.
There is no immediate threat to people or homes. Vog may reach downwind neighborhoods near the park, the observatory said.
No changes have been detected in the lower East Rift Zone or Southwest Rift Zone.
Chain of Craters Road and other park areas remain closed until further notice. Visitors are urged to check the park website for closure and hazard alerts.
The eruption's location in a remote wilderness area more than 6 miles from the nearest road means public viewing is not possible, according to park officials.
This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
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