February 16, 2026 — Kīlauea episode 42 ash in Pāhala
Detailed Description
Tephra accumulated in the community of Pāhala, about 18.5 miles (30 km) to the southwest of north and south vents in Halema‘uma‘u crater at the summit of Kīlauea. A few hours after episode 42 started on February 15, 2026, fine ash of less than 0.03 inch (1 mm) diameter began to accumulate on surfaces. This photo was taken near the Pāhala High School the day after episode 42 ended, showing how much tephra fell throughout the lava fountaining. USGS photo by D. Downs.
Sources/Usage
Public Domain.