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September 2, 2025 — Kīlauea summit eruption episode 32

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From the Kīlauea Overlook within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists documented episode 32 of the Kīlauea summit eruption that began on December 23, 2025. Looking west, the lava fountain from the north vent was visible reaching up to about 330 feet (100 meters) high, while lava flows from the south vent were visible in the background. USGS photo by C. Cauley.

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