Hawai‘i’s Kīlauea volcano on the Big Island produced towering lava fountains up to 1,300 feet high during its 43rd eruption episode, prompting park closures and road restrictions due to falling volcanic fragments and ash. The eruption remains confined within the summit crater, but ashfall warnings and safety measures have been issued to protect residents and visitors from respiratory and infrastructure hazards. Authorities have responded by closing affected areas, opening a shelter, and maintaining a high alert level as the volcano continues its active and hazardous activity.