One product issued by NWS for: 10 Miles S Waikoloa Village HI
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Honolulu HI 1241 PM HST Tue Apr 21 2026 HIZ023-026>028-051>054-222200- Kona-Kohala-Big Island Interior-Big Island Summits- Big Island South-Big Island Southeast-Big Island East- Big Island North- 1241 PM HST Tue Apr 21 2026 ...KILAUEA EPISODE 45 PRECURSORY ACTIVITY STARTED LAST NIGHT... WHAT...An episodic fountaining eruption is expected within the Kilauea summit caldera. The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory has indicated a potential eruption window between today, April 21 and Sunday, April 26, with tomorrow, April 22, or Thursday, April 23, most likely. Fountaining episodes typically last less than 12 hours but ash can remain in the air longer depending on wind and weather. IMPACTS...If an eruption occurs, varying levels of ash, Pele`s hair, and other lightweight tephra may fall downwind of the eruption. Smaller particles can travel farther from the eruption site and may affect communities at greater distances. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you live downwind of the Kilauea summit, or plan to visit the summit area, stay informed about current volcanic activity and weather conditions. Be prepared to take precautions if needed, such as disconnecting water catchment systems. Follow all guidance from the National Park Service and the County of Hawaii. Be aware that road or park closures may occur. This statement will be issued daily and updated as needed. && For more information on the status of Kilauea Volcano, please see https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/volcano-updates For health and safety recommendations, please visit the Hawaii Interagency Vog Information Dashboard at https://vog.ivhhn.org Submit your reports and photos of ashfall from eruptions to the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory at https://hawaiiash.science/report_form $$