The formidable Kīlauea volcano in Hawaii has erupted once more, launching enormous lava fountains and volcanic ash high into the atmosphere. The eruption commenced at 9:17 AM at Halemaʻumaʻu Crater, which is part of the Kīlauea Caldera located on the Big Island of Hawaii.

For the second time this year, a massive volcanic eruption has rained hazardous materials over Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on Hawaii island, leading to an evacuation of the Kilauea volcano’s summit...