Earthquake Today: Hawaii Residents Receive Alerts and Updates
The USGS and other agencies are working together to provide accurate and timely information to residents, enabling them to stay safe and informed about seismic activity in the region. By combining automated systems with human analyst review, residents can trust the information they receive and take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their communities.
A series of earthquakes have been analyzed by three agencies in Hawaii, including the U.S. Geological Survey National Earthquake Information Center, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Pacific Tsunami Warning Center, and the U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, providing residents with accurate information and updates on seismic activity.
The U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reviews magnitude-2.5 or larger earthquakes to provide a more accurate magnitude and location, with the review process taking 10 to 30 minutes. Automated systems, such as the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center and the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, provide preliminary information, but may be less accurate. The observatory's review process ensures that residents receive reliable information about earthquake activity.
The U.S. Geological Survey Earthquake Notification Service allows users to receive earthquake email or SMS notifications for a defined region, with default settings for earthquakes of magnitude-6 or higher. However, users can adjust their preferences to receive alerts for lower magnitude events. This service enables residents to stay informed about seismic activity in their area.
Kīlauea has been erupting intermittently within the summit caldera since December 23, 2024, with volcanic activity updates provided by the U.S. Geological Survey. The volcano's U.S. Geological Survey Volcano Alert Level remains at Watch, and geologists have observed and documented the ongoing summit eruption in Halema‘uma‘u Crater. Scientists are closely monitoring the situation and providing updates to residents.
As seismic activity continues in Hawaii, residents are encouraged to report felt earthquakes to the USGS and stay informed through the U.S. Geological Survey Earthquake Notification Service. By understanding the causes of seismicity and staying up-to-date with the latest information, residents can better prepare for and respond to earthquakes and volcanic activity.
