Mauna Loa, the world’s largest active volcano in the US state of Hawaii, has erupted for the first time in nearly 40 years, prompting emergency crews to alert.
A sudden eruption could threaten nearby residents if conditions change within Mauna Loa’s summit caldera.
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) issued the notification about 15 minutes after the eruption inside Hawaii Volcano National Park last night.
The administration says that there is currently no danger to those living near the volcano, but evacuations may be initiated if the situation worsens.
The last time this volcano erupted was in 1984 and it lasted for 22 days, while its lava reached a distance of seven kilometers.
At this time, the lava flow is contained to the summit area and does not currently pose a threat to communities on the slopes, the USGS said on its website.
However, the statement also said that residents of the area should be prepared.
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