Rare Lavanado at Kīlauea’s Summit #Volcano #Science

#Volcano #Eruption #Geology #Shorts
On January 17, 2025, Kīlauea’s summit erupted with spectacular lava fountains. A rare “lavanado” vortex ripped incandescent crust into the air — almost never caught on camera.

Source: USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (Public Domain)

https://www.usgs.gov/media/videos/january-17-2025-kilauea-summit-eruption-video

https://www.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea

https://www.usgs.gov/observatories/hvo