Hawaii's Mauna Loa volcano erupt

By Madhupriya

November 29,2022

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The volcano's longest quiet phase was 1984. Mauna Loa's summit crater is 21 miles west of Kilauea, a smaller volcano that erupted in 2021.

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Is Mauna Loa still active?

"Fast-moving and long-travelled lava flows" necessitate a "rapid response," according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Volcanic gas and fine ash may potentially blow into surrounding communities.

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What happens if Mauna Loa erupts?

Mauna Loa is Earth's largest active volcano. Hawaiian for "long mountain," it is a shield volcano with broad, rounded sides. The 13,681-foot (4,170 m) volcano covers 51% of Hawaiʻi Island.

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Why is Mauna Loa so famous?

Hawaii's southernmost island, the Big Island, has five volcanoes, including Mauna Loa.

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Is Mauna Loa its own island?

Activity Summary: Mauna Loa is not erupting.

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Is Mauna Loa a threat?

Before you travel up the volcano, here are some particular warnings. This section requires a high-clearance 4-wheel drive vehicle.

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Can you drive to the top of Mauna Loa?

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