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Magnitude 6.0 earthquake shakes Hawaii, prompting Kilauea volcano monitoring
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Magnitude 6.0 earthquake shakes Hawaii, prompting Kilauea volcano monitoring

From Prensa Libre · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck Hawaii's Big Island on Saturday night, prompting the USGS to monitor the Kilauea volcano for potential effects.
  • The Kilauea volcano, one of the world's most active, has been erupting intermittently since December 23, 2024.
  • While no tsunami is expected and immediate reports indicate no major damage or casualties, power outages occurred, and scientists are watching for a potential eruption between May 25-27.

A powerful magnitude 6.0 earthquake jolted Honaunau-Napoopoo on Hawaii's Big Island late Saturday, prompting immediate concern for the Kilauea volcano. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) reported that its Hawaiian Volcano Observatory was assessing the seismic activity and its potential impact on Kilauea, a volcano known for its high activity and intermittent eruptions since late December.

the state's volcanoes observatory was evaluating the activity and the possible effects on the Kilauea volcano.

— U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)The USGS reported on the monitoring efforts following the earthquake.

Scientists at the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) are closely watching Kilauea, citing forecast models that suggest a possible eruption between Monday, May 25, and Wednesday, May 27. The earthquake, which had a depth of approximately 23 kilometers, was felt across Maui and Oahu. Although the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center confirmed no tsunami threat, the tremor caused widespread anxiety.

the next eruption of the Kilauea volcano could occur between Monday 25 and Wednesday 27 May

— Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO)The HVO cited forecast models regarding a potential eruption.

Residents described tense moments as lamps swayed and windows rattled. Some people evacuated their homes as the shaking continued. While authorities have not reported significant injuries or widespread destruction, the earthquake's proximity to Mauna Loa has heightened vigilance among monitoring teams. Power outages were reported across the archipelago, adding to the disruption. Further assessments of potential damage, including rockfalls and power supply disruptions, were ongoing Sunday.

no tsunami is expected as a result of the earthquake in Hawaii

— Pacific Tsunami Warning CenterThe center confirmed the absence of a tsunami threat.
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Originally published by Prensa Libre in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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