Paauilo, HI Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...KILAUEA EPISODE 46 PRECURSORY ACTIVITY STARTED
THIS AFTERNOON...

WHAT...An episodic fountaining eruption is expected within
the Kilauea summit caldera. The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory has
indicated a potential eruption window between now and Thursday,
May 7. Fountaining episodes typically last less than 12 hours but
ash can remain in the air longer depending on wind and weather.

IMPACTS...If an eruption occurs, varying levels of ash, Pele's
hair, and other lightweight tephra may fall downwind of the
eruption. Smaller particles can travel farther from the eruption
site and may affect communities at greater distances. Note that
trade winds will weaken after today, leading to onshore sea
breezes during the day and offshore land breezes at night from
Tuesday through Thursday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you live downwind of the Kilauea summit, or plan to visit the
summit area, stay informed about current volcanic activity and
weather conditions. Be prepared to take precautions if needed,
such as disconnecting water catchment systems. Follow all guidance
from the National Park Service and the County of Hawaii. Be aware
that road or park closures may occur.

This statement will be issued daily and updated as needed.

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For more information on the status of Kilauea Volcano, please see;
https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/volcano-updates;

For health and safety recommendations, please visit the Hawaii;
Interagency Vog Information Dashboard at https://vog.ivhhn.org;

Submit your reports and photos of ashfall from eruptions to the USGS;
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory at https://hawaiiash.science/report_form