Hawaii Island’s Lava Deltas Pose Danger Warns DLNR

Big Island officials urge caution on cracking lava lands

HILO, Hawaii (KHON2) -- The Department of Land and Natural Resources is urging caution near lava lands in coastal areas on Hawaii Island. Visitor from Boston falls off cliff near Kīlauea Officials say newly formed lands from the 2018 Kilauea lava flow are cracking and could collapse after DLNR recently found a large crack in a lava delta at Kapoho in Puna. The warning includes, but is not limited to, the communities of Kapoho, Pohoiki, Mal…

Hawaii Island’s lava deltas pose danger warns DLNR

The DLNR urges caution in coastal areas of Hawaii Island due to instability in newly formed lava deltas.

DLNR warns that lava deltas on Big Isle are still unstable | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Upon the discovery of a large crack in the newly formed lava delta at Kapoho, state officials are warning the public of the dangers of visiting Hawaii island’s eastern coastal areas.

DLNR urges caution after discovery of large crack in Puna lava delta - Hawaii Tribune-Herald

Newly formed lands from the 2018 Kilauea volcano lava flows — known as lava deltas — are creating a potential hazard for Hawaii Island residents and visitors, according to the state Department of Land and Natural Resources.

DLNR Urges Caution Near Lava Lands in Hawaiʻi Island Coastal Areas

DLNR Urges Caution Near Lava Lands in Hawaiʻi Island Coastal Areas

Large Crack Found On Kapoho Lava Delta Prompts Warning

PUNA, Hawaiʻi - Officials are urging caution near coastal lava lands due to the signs of a possible imminent collapse.