Why we can’t burn trash in volcanoes: A closer look at the risks

Why can't we throw trash into a volcano? Lava's heat, toxic gases, and cultural significance make it a bad idea.

Volcano Watch: The blast of the century at Kilauea

Kilauea began erupting explosively 100 years ago this week, for the first time in nearly a century. The eruption lasted for about 17 days, killing one person and injuring others.

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano rattled by 1,600 earthquakes in 6 days

Over 200 small earthquakes in 24 hours shook the ground near Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano this week, the USGS said.

Hawaiian Volcano Observatory installs new webcam to monitor Kīlauea

Reports said the volcano is not erupting but as of Friday, about 1,200 earthquakes have shaken Kīlauea since April 27, mostly in the upper East Rift zone.

Chain of Craters Road, other sites reopened after spike in quakes at Kilauea prompted closures

All park areas that closed earlier this week, including Chain of Craters Road are open. Kīlauea volcano is not erupting. Seismicity has decreased but conditions can change at any time. Stay up to date ...