Mauna Loa has erupted 33 times since 1843, most recently in 1984. In September 2015, the Volcano Alert Level for Mauna Loa was elevated from “Normal” to “Advisory” because of increased seismicity and deformation at the volcano.
Mauna Loa has erupted 33 times since 1843, most recently in 1984. In September 2015, the Volcano Alert Level for Mauna Loa was elevated from “Normal” to “Advisory” because of increased seismicity and deformation at the volcano.
Hualalai has been quiet for more than 200 years, but is still an active volcano that could erupt again. Kilauea Volcano’s East Rift Zone has been erupting nearly nonstop since 1983. And in 2008, a second vent opened at the summit, and both eruptions are ongoing.
To learn more about these magnificent creators of the island we live on, USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory geologist Frank Trusdell will report on the status of these three volcanoes — with particular focus on Mauna Loa, the largest active volcano on Earth — during presentations from 7-8:30 p.m. Monday and 3-4:30 p.m. Thursday at the Lyman Museum.
The presentation is part of Lyman Museum’s Saigo Public Program lecture series. Admission is free to museum members, $3 for nonmembers. Space is limited; first come, first seated.
The nationally accredited and Smithsonian-affiliated Lyman Museum showcases the natural and cultural history of Hawaii. Located at 276 Haili St. in Downtown Hilo, the museum is open 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
For more information, call 935-5021 or visit www.lymanmuseum.org.