Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 14 at 2:55PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 14, 2026 - 5:55pm
Expires:
June 14, 2026 - 10:00pm
Description:
Lava fountaining from Kilauea eruption episode 49 started this
morning at 9:36 AM HST. The latest radar imagery shows the
highest detectable ashfall (tephra) from the lava fountaining is
currently around 10,000 feet above ground level this afternoon.
Winds near the surface remain variable in speed and direction this
afternoon, which will allow ashfall particles to fall near the
Kilauea eruption source and its surrounding area. Above the
surface, winds are generally from the trade wind direction, which
will cause any additional ash to fall over portions of the Kau
District immediately southwest of Halemaumau Crater.
Avoid excessive exposure to ash which is an eye and respiratory
irritant. Those with respiratory sensitivities should take extra
precaution to minimize exposure.
Area Description:
Big Island Interior; Big Island Summit; Big Island South; Big Island Southeast; Big Island East
Forcast Office:
NWS Honolulu HI
Sender: