Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts creating lava fountain

Video released by USGS shows recent eruption

A recent eruption of Hawaii's Kilauea volcano has sent massive fountains of lava shooting more than 100 feet into the air. The volcano, located on Hawaii's Big Island, erupted for the 31st time in less than a year, making it one of the world's most active volcanoes. The incident, closely monitored by the authorities, did not pose any threats to homes. The eruption began at about 14:04 local time (01:04 BST) and video footage was released by the United States Geological Survey (USGS).

Impacts and responses

It remains to be seen whether the eruption will impact air travel, as flights have been disrupted in the past when volcanic ash and gas are released. Authorities will continue to monitor the situation to ensure the safety of nearby residents and visitors.