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Ash-falling Advisory
Issued: 6:52 PM May. 5, 2026 – National Weather Service
...ASHFALL ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM HST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Kilauea is erupting lava fountains within the summit caldera. Fountaining episodes typically last less than 12 hours but ash can remain in the air longer depending on wind and weather conditions. * WHERE...Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and areas to the north and northeast, including the communities of Volcano and Mountain View. * WHEN...Until 8 PM HST this evening. * IMPACTS...The public will be affected by a limited hazard extent. Varying levels of tephra, including ash, Pelebs hair and other lightweight pumice may fall downwind of the eruption. These small particles are eye and respiratory irritants, but will have low level impacts for most people. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Limit exposure to tephra, especially if you have respiratory sensitivities. Wear a mask, gloves, eye protection, and long clothing when clearing ashfall. Close windows and doors. Cover and disconnect water catchment systems to protect your water supply. && Submit your reports and photos of ashfall from volcanic eruptions to; the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory at:; Hawaiiash.science/report_form
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