Kilauea Set to Explode with 1,500-Foot Lava Fountains

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Kilauea, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, is on the verge of another massive eruption. The USGS has issued a volcano watch, warning that high lava fountains — possibly reaching up to 1,500 feet — could erupt any time between now and Tuesday. Episode 36 is expected to begin soon, with signs like vent glow, lava spattering, and overflows already underway at Hawaii’s Halemaʻumaʻu crater.  In this video, we break down everything you need to know about the upcoming eruption, including what happened during Episode 35, the dangers of volcanic gas and Pele’s Hair, and why scientists are closely monitoring every tremor. WooGlobe Ref : WGA974060 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com

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00:00Kilauea is heating up again, and this time it could launch lava over 1,500 feet into the sky.

00:06The U.S. Geological Survey just issued a volcano watch for Hawaii's Kilauea volcano.

00:11One of the most active volcanoes on Earth is preparing for what could be its most spectacular eruption this year.

00:17We're talking about lava fountains taller than the Empire State Building.

00:20Scientists say a high fountaining phase is imminent, possibly starting any time between now and Tuesday.

00:26Lava has already started overflowing from the vents, a clear sign that Episode 36 is about to erupt.

00:33In the last eruption, lava shot up to 1,500 feet and poured out over two-thirds of the Halema'uma'u crater floor.

00:40That eruption alone produced 13 million cubic yards of lava.

00:44And now, even more could be on the way.

00:47But this beauty comes with danger.

00:49Volcanic gas, ash, and razor-sharp glass strands known as Pele's hair can travel miles from the vent.

00:55The ground is trembling, the vents are glowing, and Kilauea is ready to roar again.

01:00Nature's most powerful firework show might be about to light up Hawaii's sky.

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