February 11, 2025 — Episode 9 lava fountains in Kaluapele, Kīlauea summit caldera

The Kīlauea Halema‘uma‘u eruption resumed with the start of episode 9 the morning of February 11, 2025. Both the north and south vent were active the evening of February 11, with the north vent lava fountain reaching heights of 50-60 meters (160-200 feet) and a max height of 75 meters (250 feet) at 7:40 p.m. HST. The south vent ranges between 25-30 meters (80-100 feet). Outpouring lava continues to flow on the caldera floor. This picture is taken from the west crater rim looking southeast. USGS photo by H Winslow.