Hawaii's Kīlauea Volcano Erupts Again, Lava Fountains Reach 300 Feet

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The **Kīlauea volcano** in Hawaii began erupting dramatically on **December 23, 2024**, after three months of dormancy.
Lava fountains erupted from fissures near the southwest wall of **Halemaʻumaʻu crater**, reaching heights of **300 feet**.
The ongoing activity has already spread lava across **650 acres**, posing health risks due to **volcanic gases** like sulfur dioxide.
A NASA satellite image showcased vivid colors of the **fresh lava**, while nearby volcanic gases contributed to toxic haze known as **vog**.
The U.S. Geological Survey continues to monitor the eruptions, with predictions of potential pauses and resumptions in the volcanic activity.

Read more about this eruption and its implications at Newsweek.