The eruption at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park continues to attract crowds, with visitors flocking to the park to witness the dramatic lava fountains.
The eruption, which began on December 23 at Kilauea’s summit, briefly paused before resuming on Wednesday as a small lava flow that grew into a fountain reaching up to 200 feet.
By afternoon, visitors from the park’s overlooks were able to see two active fountains. As more gas-rich lava erupts, the fountains’ heights could increase.
Jessica Ferracane, a park spokesperson, noted that the park is already bustling with visitors, and more are expected as word spreads. The eruption, while striking, is not threatening any nearby homes or infrastructure.
The park, known for being home to Kilauea and Mauna Loa, two of the world’s most active volcanoes, offers multiple public overlooks where people can safely observe the eruption.