Next Kilauea eruption could begin over Memorial weekend, USGS says
The U.S. Geological Survey has indicated that Kilauea volcano may erupt again over the upcoming Memorial weekend. Signs of unrest, including summit inflation and visible glow from eruptive vents, suggest imminent activity. The USGS has issued a code yellow alert, indicating elevated unrest at the volcano.
- ▪Kilauea is showing signs of imminent activity, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
- ▪Model forecasts predict that the next eruption episode could begin between Sunday and Tuesday.
- ▪The USGS has issued a code yellow alert due to elevated unrest at the volcano.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onNext Kilauea eruption could begin over Memorial weekend, USGS saysThe volcano is showing signs of unrest.ByJulia JacoboMay 22, 2026, 2:05 PM0:16The lava fountain erupted by the north vent during episode 47 on May 14, 2026, reached about 650 feet (200 m) in height. It fed lava flows that covered portions of the floor of Halemaʻumaʻu crater and the southwest side of Kaluapele, Kīlauea's summit caldera. L. Gallant/USGSOne of the world's most active volcanoes could begin erupting again over the holiday weekend, according to the U.S.
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