What areas are affected by Mauna Loa eruption?

About half of the eruptions remain confined to summit area and did not pose a threat to surrounding communities. However, nearly half of Mauna Loa eruptions have migrated from the summit down either the Southwest Rift Zone toward Hawaiian Ocean View Estates or the Northeast Rift Zone towards Hilo.

Is the volcano active in Kona?

Activity Summary: Kīlauea volcano is not erupting. The unrest associated with the intrusion that began in early October southwest of Kīlauea's summit, continues. Seismic activity immediately south of Kīlauea's caldera, which has been elevated over the last week, continues at low levels.

Where is Mauna Loa located Kona?

Mauna Loa, the world's largest volcano, located on the south-central part of the island of Hawaii, Hawaii state, U.S., and a part of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

What highway is threatened by Mauna Loa eruption?

Daniel K. Inouye HighwayLava from Mauna Loa, which began erupting Nov. 27 after being quiet for 38 years, was 1.76 miles (2.83 kilometers) from Saddle Road, also known as Route 200 or Daniel K. Inouye Highway, the U.S. Geological Survey said.

Can you see Mauna Loa from Hilo?

Hilo International Airport is much closer to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, where you can see both Kīlauea and Mauna Loa from the same lookouts—with the right weather conditions.

What volcano zone is Kona in?

Lava Zone 4Kailua-Kona is located in Lava Zone 4, which includes all of Hualalai. Although Hualalai is not extinct, the frequency of eruptions is lower, much lower, than that for Kilauea or Mauna Loa.

Is Kona affected by Mauna Loa?

What is the closest volcano to Kona Hawaii?

Early risers may also get a good view of the summit of Hualālai volcano before the inversion-layer clouds come and blanket the peak. Located only 10 miles (15 km) from the coastal areas of the town of Kailua-Kona, the summit of Hualālai rises to 8,271 ft (2,521 m).

Which volcano is on Kona?

HualālaiHualālai, the third most active volcano on the Island of Hawai'i, has erupted three times in the past 1,000 years and eight times in the past 1,500 years. The most recent eruption in 1801 generated a lava flow that reached the ocean and now underlies the Kona International Airport.

Should I cancel my trip to Kona?

Air quality in Kona, for example, is currently between "good" and "moderate," meaning only "unusually sensitive" travelers should be concerned about prolonged stretches of time spent outside. It's also not in the path of any lava flows, or at risk for being pummeled with rockfall.

Can I still go to the Big Island?

The Big Island and the rest of Hawai'i remain safe destinations for visitors and residents, and there are no travel restrictions for any of these locations.

Is Mauna Loa lava no longer an imminent threat to Hawaii highway?

HONOLULU (AP) — Lava from the world's largest volcano is no longer an imminent threat to the main highway across the Big Island of Hawaii, scientists said Thursday, a development that was a welcome reprieve for motorists who depend on the road.

Is Mauna Kea closer to Hilo or Kona?

How to Get to the Mauna Kea Hike. The trailhead to Mauna Kea is located here, approximately 40 minutes from Hilo and a little over an hour from Kona. To reach the trailhead, no matter where you're staying on the Big Island, you'll drive along Saddle Road and turn onto the Mauna Kea Access Road.

Is Kailua-Kona in a lava zone?

Kailua-Kona is located in Lava Zone 4, which includes all of Hualalai. Although Hualalai is not extinct, the frequency of eruptions is lower, much lower, than that for Kilauea or Mauna Loa.

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