The United States Geological Survey (USGS) announced that a magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck late Friday near Hōnaunau-Nāpōopoo on the Big Island of Hawaii, according to Reuters.
The earthquake struck at an approximate depth of 23 km (14 miles) and was widely felt across the islands of Hawaii, Maui, and Oahu.
Moreover, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center stated that the quake was not expected to generate a tsunami, and authorities reported no immediate indications of damage or injuries.
The quake forced the state’s volcano observatory to assess conditions at Kīlauea volcano.
Situated on Hawaii’s Big Island, Kīlauea is among the world’s most active volcanoes.
It has been experiencing episodic eruptions since December 23, 2024.
In its Friday update, the US Geological Survey’s Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) stated that the next eruptive episode is anticipated to occur sometimes between May 24 and May 27, based on forecast models.
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