World Breaking: Magnitude 6.0 Earthquake Jolts Hawaii’s Big Island; USGS Monitors Kilauea Volcano Ahead of Predicted Eruption
World Breaking: Magnitude 6.0 Earthquake Jolts Hawaii’s Big Island; USGS Monitors Kilauea Volcano Ahead of Predicted Eruption
HONOLULU, HAWAII:
A powerful magnitude 6.0 Earthquake struck near Honaunau-Napoopoo on the Big Island of Hawaii late Friday night, triggering immediate monitoring of the region’s active volcanic zones. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) and local authorities are currently assessing any potential impact on the highly active Kilauea volcano.
According to the USGS, the earthquake was registered at a depth of approximately 23 kilometers (14 miles). The tremors were felt widely across multiple islands in the archipelago, including Hawaii, Maui, and Oahu.
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center issued a statement confirming that a tsunami is not expected following the tremor.
There have been no immediate reports of structural damage, injuries, or casualties from local emergency services.
Kilauea, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, has been erupting episodically since December 23, 2024. The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) is checking the site for any sudden seismic shifts.
Eruption Forecast Already in Place
Coincidentally, the HVO had issued an update earlier on Friday, citing advanced forecast models that predict Kilauea’s next eruption phase to occur between May 24 and May 27. Scientists are now analyzing whether this latest magnitude 6.0 earthquake will accelerate or alter the anticipated volcanic activity.
Local authorities have advised residents to stay alert, check their emergency preparedness kits, and follow official updates from the HVO and Hawaii County Civil Defense.
