09/11/2023
A well written reminder to those visiting:
".... While eruptions can spark excitement, it is imperative that observation occurs in silence, allowing the eruption's voice to reach you..."
Kīlauea began erupting this afternoon, serving as a solemn reminder of the sacredness ingrained in this landscape, symbolizing the presence of the akua, the spiritual forces of Hawaiʻi. The privilege to witness the creative forces of a new eruption comes with a responsibility to approach this place with reverence.
We implore all visitors heading to the area to exercise the highest level of respect. While eruptions can spark excitement, it is imperative that observation occurs in silence, allowing the eruption's voice to reach you. Native Hawaiian cultural practitioners, who honor the legacy of this land, deserve unreserved respect for their customs.
Photo of fountaining lava fissures of the new eruption inside Halemaʻumaʻu from a USGS we**am.
