WWHW80 PHFO 050103

SPSHFO



Special Weather Statement

National Weather Service Honolulu HI

303 PM HST Mon May 4 2026



HIZ023-026>028-051>054-052200-

Kona-Kohala-Big Island Interior-Big Island Summits-

Big Island South-Big Island Southeast-Big Island East-

Big Island North-

303 PM HST Mon May 4 2026



...KILAUEA EPISODE 46 PRECURSORY ACTIVITY STARTED 

THIS AFTERNOON...



WHAT...An episodic fountaining eruption is expected within

the Kilauea summit caldera. The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory has

indicated a potential eruption window between now and Thursday, 

May 7. Fountaining episodes typically last less than 12 hours but 

ash can remain in the air longer depending on wind and weather.



IMPACTS...If an eruption occurs, varying levels of ash, Pele's

hair, and other lightweight tephra may fall downwind of the 

eruption. Smaller particles can travel farther from the eruption

site and may affect communities at greater distances. Note that

trade winds will weaken after today, leading to onshore sea 

breezes during the day and offshore land breezes at night from 

Tuesday through Thursday.



PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you live downwind of the Kilauea summit, or plan to visit the

summit area, stay informed about current volcanic activity and 

weather conditions. Be prepared to take precautions if needed, 

such as disconnecting water catchment systems. Follow all guidance

from the National Park Service and the County of Hawaii. Be aware

that road or park closures may occur.



This statement will be issued daily and updated as needed.



&&



For more information on the status of Kilauea Volcano, please see

https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/volcano-updates



For health and safety recommendations, please visit the Hawaii

Interagency Vog Information Dashboard at https://vog.ivhhn.org



Submit your reports and photos of ashfall from eruptions to the USGS

Hawaiian Volcano Observatory at https://hawaiiash.science/report_form



$$