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Photo and Video Chronology - Kīlauea - September 20, 2019

Photo and Video Chronology - Kīlauea - September 20, 2019

Video of circulation in the Halema‘uma‘u water pond

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Volcano Watch — HVO staff lend a helping hand to Alaska colleagues

Volcano Watch — HVO staff lend a helping hand to Alaska colleagues

Volcano observatories across the United States work together to ensure efficient and thorough monitoring of the nation's active volcanoes. This...

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New USGS geonarrative describes Kīlauea Volcano's 2018 events

New USGS geonarrative describes Kīlauea Volcano's 2018 events

A new USGS geonarrative provides a brief overview of recent Kīlauea eruptions, highlighting the circumstances leading up to and summarizing the 2018...

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USGS Hazard Science – Understanding the Risks is Key to Preparedness

USGS Hazard Science – Understanding the Risks is Key to Preparedness

 Learn About USGS Hazards Science and More About National Preparedness Month:  The very nature of natural hazards means that they have the potential...

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Photo and Video Chronology - Kīlauea - September 17, 2019

Photo and Video Chronology - Kīlauea - September 17, 2019

Stable temperatures at Halema‘uma‘u water pond

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What's in a Name? The Misadventures of Truman Everts

What's in a Name? The Misadventures of Truman Everts

"No food, no fire; no means to procure either; alone in an unexplored wilderness, one hundred and fifty miles from the nearest human abode, surrounded...

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Photo and Video Chronology - Kīlauea - September 14, 2019

Photo and Video Chronology - Kīlauea - September 14, 2019

Halema‘uma‘u water pond on September 14

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Volcano Watch — Volcano scientists gather for a volatile meeting

Volcano Watch — Volcano scientists gather for a volatile meeting

This week, a group of volcanic gas scientists from across the United States, including staff from the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO), will...

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“Science is Amazing”: GeoGirls Explore Mount St. Helens During Outdoor Science and Technology Program

“Science is Amazing”: GeoGirls Explore Mount St. Helens During Outdoor Science and Technology Program

Twenty-five middle school-age GeoGirls spent five days conducting hands-on research and interacting with female scientists, educators and older...

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Photo and Video Chronology - Kīlauea - September 10, 2019

Photo and Video Chronology - Kīlauea - September 10, 2019

Halema‘uma‘u water pond on September 10

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Photo and Video Chronology - Kīlauea - September 9, 2019

Photo and Video Chronology - Kīlauea - September 9, 2019

Animated, comparison, and video imagery of the Halema‘uma‘u water pond.

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The case of the Lava Creek Tuff and the empty reentrants

The case of the Lava Creek Tuff and the empty reentrants

Geoscientists have never observed an active magma reservoir firsthand because magmas are stored inaccessibly deep underground. However, crystals are...

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