The Kīlauea summit eruption within Halema‘uma‘u crater continues

The Kīlauea summit eruption within Halema‘uma‘u crater continues this evening with no major changes from earlier today, December 27. The western fissure vents remain active. A HVO scientist makes observations of the ongoing activity. Mauna Loa Volcano is visible in the background. USGS photo taken at approximately 5:45 p.m. HST on December 27 by F. Trusdell.