What happens when a hurricane collides with Hawaii’s massive volcanoes?
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HAWAII – As any hurricane barrels toward Hawaii, it poses a threat to Mount Kilauea and the rest of the islands. With a second tropical storm expected to impact Hawaii in the span of a week, there is a lingering threat to Mount Kilauea, which has erupted 53rd times in less than two years. The 54th eruptive episode is imminent, and is expected to happen any time between now and Aug. 27, according to the USGS. HAWAII'S KILAUEA ERUPTS FOR 53RD TIME IN LESS THAN 2 YEARS, SENDS SMOKE PLUME SOARING 18,000 FEET INTO THE SKYDuring the latest eruption, lava fountains peaked at 500 feet, and the ash plume reached over 18,000 feet above sea level. Kilauea's 53rd eruptive episode on Aug. 12, 2026. (USGS / FOX Weather)If an eruption were to occur during a hurricane, it could lead to catastrophic events such as deadly flooding from rain and strong winds. When volcanic ash mixes with enough water, it can erode, be transported and eventually move downslope. UNDERSTANDING THE PACIFIC RING OF FIRE: WHERE EARTHQUAKES AND VOLCANOES MEETAccording to the United States Geological Survey, when this occurs, it can look like a mass of wet concrete flowing down violently.
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