Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Kīlauea eruption — Volcanic eruptions can be hazardous. Stay out of closed areas and monitor air quality. Eruptions can last a few hours and are often separated by pauses lasting several weeks. Details ↗
Park is Temporarily Closed for Severe Storm Safety — Most of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park is closed due to impacts from Hurricane Lala which include very heavy rain, flooding, and strong damaging winds in the park and throughout Hawai'i Island. Details ↗
Protect Yourself from Volcanic Tephra — Volcanic ash, rock and glassy strands (tephra) is present at Kīlauea summit and can irritate your skin, eyes and respiratory system. For your safety, do not handle it. Eye protection, long sleeves, long pants, a hat, closed-toe shoes and a dust mask are recommended.
Source: US National Park Service, refreshed several times a day.
Introducción
El Parque Nacional de los Volcanes de Hawái es un paisaje único moldeado por la actividad volcánica, que cuenta con Kīlauea y Mauna Loa, dos de los volcanes más activos del mundo. Los visitantes vienen a presenciar el poder crudo de la naturaleza, explorar tubos de lava y aprender sobre la importancia cultural de la tierra para los nativos hawaianos.
El parque ofrece varios senderos y miradores, permitiendo una vista cercana de las características volcánicas. Sin embargo, las condiciones pueden cambiar rápidamente y la seguridad es una prioridad. Los viajeros deben estar preparados para los elementos y respetar el entorno natural.
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