Kilauea's recent eruption began early Monday, marked by signs of heightened earthquake activity. It posed hazards due to increased volcanic gas and spreading ash.
The eruption sent fountains of lava up to 260 feet high and covered about 400 acres of the volcano's caldera within a few hours of activity.
Ken Hon from the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory described the eruption's sound likened to a jet engine, though it subsequently quieted after initial activity.
Volcanic smog, or vog, is a concern with eruptions, as sulfur dioxide can create visible haze harmful to people, animals, and plants.
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