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Hawaii County Civil Defense Administrator Talmadge Magno to Retire After Decade of Disaster Leadership

30 Jul 2026 7:54 p.m. · Source: U.S. Geological Survey

Talmadge Magno retires as Hawaii County Civil Defense Administrator on August 1, 2026, after a decade of leading responses to major volcanic eruptions, the COVID-19 pandemic, and other natural disasters across the Island of Hawaiʻi.

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Mauna Loa Shows Continued Inflation as HVO Completes Annual GPS Survey

23 Jul 2026 5:21 p.m. · Source: U.S. Geological Survey

Hawaiian Volcano Observatory's 2026 GPS survey of Mauna Loa confirms continued ground inflation due to magma accumulation beneath the summit. This vital data helps scientists monitor the volcano's behavior and assess potential hazards, though no immediate eruption is anticipated.

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Kīlauea's Halemaʻumaʻu Crater Steadily Fills, Lava Flow Projections Underway

16 Jul 2026 8:30 p.m. · Source: U.S. Geological Survey

USGS scientists are tracking Kīlauea's Halemaʻumaʻu crater as it fills with lava. Projections suggest the 2018 collapse could be filled by early 2028, with lava potentially reaching the main caldera floor years later, depending on eruption dynamics.

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Hawaii's Deep Earthquakes Linked to Island Weight, Not Volcanic Activity

9 Jul 2026 6:32 p.m. · Source: U.S. Geological Survey

Deep earthquakes recently rattled Hawaiʻi, caused by the immense weight of the island chain flexing the oceanic crust, not volcanic activity. The USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory explains these "flexure events" and advises on safety.

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Kīlauea's Halemaʻumaʻu Eruption Reaches 50th Fountaining Milestone

2 Jul 2026 8:44 p.m. · Source: U.S. Geological Survey

Kīlauea's Halemaʻumaʻu eruption reached its 50th fountaining episode on June 27, 2026, marked by a 1030-foot lava fountain. Scientists anticipate episode 51 between July 8-15, continuing close monitoring of the volcano.

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Renowned Volcanologist Bruce Houghton Retires, Leaves Lasting Legacy in Hawaii and Global Science

25 Jun 2026 7:26 p.m. · Source: U.S. Geological Survey

Professor Bruce Houghton, a renowned volcanologist, retired from the University of Hawaiʻi after 25 years. His pioneering research on explosive eruptions, high-speed imaging, and community engagement profoundly shaped our understanding of volcanic hazards and preparedness.

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Kīlauea's Episodic Eruption: USGS Explains "Episodes" vs. "Eruptions"

19 Jun 2026 5:07 a.m. · Source: U.S. Geological Survey

Kīlauea's summit eruption features 49 lava fountaining "episodes," with a 50th forecast. The USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory clarifies why these distinct events are part of one ongoing eruption, guided by continuous monitoring data.

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Mauna Loa's 1926 Eruption: A Century Later, Lessons in Disaster Response and Monitoring Remembered

11 Jun 2026 6:20 p.m. · Source: U.S. Geological Survey

A century after Mauna Loa's 1926 eruption destroyed Ho‘ōpūloa village, its legacy of pioneering aerial photography and organized crowd management continues to inform modern volcano response, as highlighted by HVO.

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Kīlauea Summit Vegetation Devastated by Volcanic Plumes and Kona Winds

4 Jun 2026 10:08 p.m. · Source: U.S. Geological Survey

Kīlauea's summit vegetation has suffered severe defoliation from volcanic gases and tephra, intensified by Kona winds from January to April 2026. The unique weather patterns pushed hazardous plumes northward, impacting Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, though signs of recovery are now…

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Hawaii Experiences Record-Setting Magnitude-6 Earthquake

28 May 2026 10:25 p.m. · Source: U.S. Geological Survey

A magnitude-6 earthquake off Hawaii's west coast generated over 7,000 felt reports, a new state record. The deep tremor was caused by Pacific Plate flexure, not volcanic activity, prompting rapid agency response and safety reminders.

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Kīlauea's Halemaʻumaʻu Eruption Ties Historic Fountaining Record

21 May 2026 6:17 p.m. · Source: U.S. Geological Survey

Kīlauea's Halemaʻumaʻu eruption has tied a historic record with 47 lava fountaining episodes, matching the 1983-1986 Pu‘u‘ō‘ō eruption. This fast-paced event features unique dual fountains and increased magma supply, with more activity expected.

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Kīlauea's Summit Fountaining Accelerates, HVO Refines Forecasts Using Ground Tilt

14 May 2026 9:08 p.m. · Source: U.S. Geological Survey

HVO uses ground tilt data to forecast Kīlauea's fountaining episodes, which are now occurring almost weekly. Smaller eruptions lead to quicker repeats, with episode 47 expected today, May 14, 2026.

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USGS Scientists Collaborate with El Salvador Experts on Volcanic Hazards

7 May 2026 8:33 p.m. · Source: U.S. Geological Survey

U.S. Geological Survey scientists collaborated with experts in El Salvador, a nation with over 200 volcanoes. The partnership involved field studies and a hazards workshop, providing mutual benefits for understanding volcanic activity in both regions.

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Magnitude 5.8 Earthquake Strikes Rat Islands in Alaska's Aleutian Chain

6 May 2026 10:30 a.m. · Source: USGS Earthquake Reports

A magnitude 5.8 earthquake hit the Rat Islands region of Alaska's Aleutian Islands early on May 6, 2026. The U.S. Geological Survey confirmed the shallow quake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers.

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