Kilauea Volcano's Eruption: Lava Fountain Shoots 1000 Feet High

Kilauea Volcano's Spectacle: Lava Fountain Reaches 1,000 Feet Hawaii's Kilauea volcano put on a stunning, yet frightening display on Sunday, May 25th, 2025. A powerful eruption sent a lava fountain soaring nearly 1,000 feet (300 meters) into the air. This breathtaking event marked the beginning of Episode 23 in the volcano's ongoing eruptive phase. Footage captured by EpicLava Tours offers a rare and dramatic view of the event. "The fountain of lava from the north vent was truly spectacular," said a spokesperson for the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory. "It was a significant event in the ongoing eruptive activity." According to the USGS, the eruption concluded at 10:25 pm local time. While the eruption was impressive, officials continue to monitor the situation and remind residents of the importance of following safety guidelines. The video serves as a powerful reminder of nature's raw power and the ongoing geological activity in Hawaii.