December 30, 2024 — Thermal map of eruption at Kīlauea summit
December 30, 2024 — Thermal map of eruption at Kīlauea summitThis thermal map shows eruptive activity on December 30, 2024, within Halemaʻumaʻu crater at the summit of Kīlauea. Lava fountaining and flows were active in the southwest portion of the caldera. Cooler colors (purple, black) show lower temperatures while hotter colors (orange, yellow) show higher temperatures.