Kilauea Volcano

Kilauea Volcano, located on the Big Island of Hawaii, is one of the world's most active volcanoes. It is a shield volcano, meaning it has broad, gentle slopes formed by steady lava flows. Kilauea regularly erupts, releasing lava, ash, and gases, shaping the landscape and creating new land. Its activity is monitored closely because eruptions can impact local communities and ecosystems. The volcano's frequent eruptions are part of its natural volcanic cycle, offering valuable insights into Earth's geothermal processes while also posing natural hazards.