What will be the effect of the explosion in Mauna Loa, the world's largest volcano in Hawaii Island?

Volcano eruption has started in Mauna Loa, Hawaii Island of America. It is the world's largest active volcano, which has erupted for the first time in nearly 40 years. The lava of this volcano is jumping 100 to 200 feet in the air. 

However, due to the eruption of the volcano in Mauna Loa, there is no threat to the citizens, nor have they been asked to evacuate this place. According to the information, it may take a week or more for the volcano to reach the populated areas. 

Trouble for people from Mauna Loa

Explain that sulfur dioxide and other volcanic gases are coming out in Mauna Loa. When they meet sunlight, they combine with water vapor, oxygen and dust to form smog or vog. For this reason people are now taking some precautions and avoiding exercise and other activities outside the homes. Because this dangerous gas will go inside the people for breath, which will cause more trouble to the people. 

The last time this volcano erupted was in the year 1984. It is known that its neighbouring volcano kilauea is much more active, which has been continuously showing its effect since 2021.

History of Mauna Loa Volcano

Mauna Loa is one of the five volcanoes that make up the Big Island of Hawaii. This volcano is not the highest, but it is definitely the biggest. Also, it is spread over about half of the island's land. Mauna Loa last erupted 38 years ago. The volcano has been erupting here since 1843, and this is the 34th eruption.

There is a population of villagers on this island. Mainly cattle are reared here and coffee is cultivated. Mauna Loa is spread over 75,000 square kilometers from sea level to the highest peak, which is the largest volcano in the world. 

When did the volcanic eruption at Mauna Loa begin?

Let us tell you that the eruption started in Mauna Loa on Sunday. Several earthquake tremors were felt here before the volcano erupted. After the earthquake, the fierce form of the volcano started appearing. Ken Hone, scientist in charge of the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, said he does not expect additional vents to form on the volcano's southwest rift zone during this eruption. 

This means that communities in the west will be spared from lava flows this time. Mauna Loa has a history of eruptions lasting a few weeks. Scientists are hopeful that this time too the volcano will follow the same pattern. 

How different is Mauna Loa from Mount St. Helens volcano?

According to information, the volcano that erupted in Mauna Loa is not like Mount St. Helens in Washington. In 1980, a volcano erupted at Mount Helens, killing 57 people. Also, its ashes rose up to 80 thousand feet in the air and it rained up to 400 kilometers away.

The danger of an eruption in Mauna Loa

Explain that the volcano rising in Mauna Loa can cause damage to nearby homes and farms. Although not clear yet. It depends on which direction the lava is flowing. If it flows towards a populated area, people can be evacuated safely. Since Mauna Loa is releasing volcanic gas, which can pose a danger to people. People have to be saved from this.