(Washington Insider Magazine) -Have you heard the news? Double Hawaii volcano eruptions have made history – creating a climate and natural experience that hasn’t occurred since 1984. But what does this mean for the hundreds of residents that reside in the gorgeous island state?
Double Hawaii Volcano Eruptions Update: Hawaii Volcanic Activity Today
Two Hawaiian volcanoes, Mauna Loa and Kilauea, have continued their eruption pattern thorugh Friday – causing a state of panic on the archipelago. Citizens are working to stock up on vital supplies, or ship off the island if the situations worsen.
A spokesperson for the state’s National Park system was quoted as saying this is a sacred event, and it’s exceptionally rare to see – prompting many people to wonder if earthquakes or a tropical storm may follow the unnatural environmental patterns.
Eruptions weren’t uncommon for the sacred Kilauea, who last saw a major devestating eruption pattern in 2018. Hundreds of homes in Kilauea’s wake were destroyed, prompting many to leave or rebuild. Citizens hope and vocalize that this eruption season will be less severe, despite the occurrence of a double Hawaii volcano eruption.
Mauna Loa, however, has a far less frequent occurrence of eruption – the last major eruption happening as far back as 1984. The state’s emergency management agency has reported publicly, stating that there is minimal direct risk to humans and life on the island from this specific volcano, and the progression of its lava flows. However, scientists are watching closely for signs of another lava flow or shift that could signal trouble.
Should We Worry About the Double Hawaii Volcano Eruption
Concerns from the double Hawaii volcano eruptions include air quality degradation, direct harm to life forms from the heat, lava, and sulfur, as well as subsequent earthquakes from the force of the eruption – which could cause storms and tsunamis.
At the time of this publication, the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is not closed, and visitors are still perusing the grounds. However, if the situation becomes dire, the park rangers do reserve the right to quickly close the grounds and remove visitors int he interest of public safety.
We look forward to providing ongoing coverage around the volcanic activity in Hawaii as we witness this unnatural event.
