Written by Joel Burroughs, NV5 Geospatial Account Manager
When volcanoes erupt, the force of explosions and lava dramatically change the landscape, impacting the geography and the lives of those who live and work nearby. This is especially true on the southern tip of Hawaii, which is home to the world’s most active volcano, Kilauea.
Responding to Kilauea’s 2018 eruptions, federal, state and local organizations swung into action to evacuate and protect residents across an almost 14 square mile area that was covered by lava. One interagency group—which included the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the state of Hawaii—teamed up to monitor geographic changes and assess damage during the volcano’s four-month active period, as well as gather more information afterwards to help first responders and scientists model and predict future activity for the enhanced safety of residents. Read Full Article HERE.