For nearly 3 months, Mt. Kilauea has been continuously during its current eruption cycle, bringing about great devastation to the southeastern portion of the island. Though there have been many home destroyed and the coastline of the island altered, the eruption has enabled researchers to study the volcano and better understand what is happening inside the Earth. In addition, this helps to connect Hawaii to its humble beginnings, when the islands were created far below the ocean’s surface.
In total, 24 vents have opened on the Big Island, with 585 acres of new land added thanks to the flowing lava that has spewed from the depths of Kilauea. The volcanic eruptions have been one of the most notable events in Hawaii of late, and one of the most captivating. Mt. Kilauea is a spectacle to behold and always an intriguing place to visit and though access to the volcano has largely been cutoff since the eruptions started, it remains one of the most popular places to visit in Hawaii.
Since the volcanic eruptions began on May 3rd, at least 2,000 residents have been displaced, with more than 700 homes destroyed, overtaken by the lava flows. The eruption has covered more than 13 square miles across the island, taking over local favorite beaches and beach parks that have been in use for centuries. Currently, there is one vent that remains active, and the ocean entry continues to mesmerize and add mass to the coastline.
Seeing the videos and pictures are astounding, and show off the true power and beauty of the volcano. It’s one thing to see the extinct lava flows and remnants of the past, but it’s something completely different to see it in real time. Mt. Kilauea continues to amaze each and every day, and though it’s tragic what has taken place in Leilani Estates and the surrounding area, we remain captivated by the volcanic activity. These events truly show what the Earth is capable of and bring to life the creation of the Hawaiian Islands.
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