Hawaii volcano News

Scientists Downgrade Hawaii Volcano Alert Level

Slowing activity at Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano has prompted scientists on Friday to downgrade their alert level for the mountain. The U.S. Geological Survey issued a “watch” for Kilauea’s ground hazards, down from a “warning.” But scientists say this doesn’t mean …

Some Hawaii Lava Evacuees May Return to Homes During ‘Stable’ Flow

Officials on Hawaii’s Big Island let some people back into their homes and scaled down emergency operations Monday as lava flowed into the ocean on a path that wasn’t threatening new areas. “We’ve pretty much thrown everything at this event” …