America's Most Dangerous Volcano Is Erupting Again
Synopsis
Kilauea, the world's longest erupting volcano, has been active since 1983 and recently began erupting again, prompting reflection among local communities.
Synopsis
Ingrid works at her family's citrus orchard in Puna, Hawaii, surrounded by hardened lava flow from past eruptions. Kilauea, the world’s longest erupting volcano, has been active since 1983 and recently began erupting again. The 2018 eruption destroyed around 600 homes and damaged roads in the area. Despite the risks, residents like Ingrid embrace their connection to the land. They acknowledge the dangers of living near an active volcano while appreciating the fertile soil that lava provides for farming.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet residents who embrace life near an erupting volcano.
- See how volcanic ash creates fertile soil for farming.
- Find out why some choose to stay despite losing their homes.
Did You Know
- Kilauea has been erupting since 1983, making it the longest erupting volcano.
- The 2018 eruption destroyed around 600 homes in the surrounding communities.
- Ingrid's family's orchard is located in an area called kapooka, surrounded by hardened lava.
- No one died in the recent lava flow despite the destruction it caused.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the world's longest erupting volcano?
Kilauea on Hawaii's Big Island is the world's longest erupting volcano.
How many homes were destroyed in the 2018 eruption of Kilauea?
The 2018 eruption of Kilauea destroyed around 600 homes.
What is a kapoho?
A kapoho is an area of green land surrounded by hardened lava flow.
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