The Kīlauea volcano has been erupting at semi-regular intervals since late 2024, producing lava fountains soaring hundreds of meters (roughly 300–600 feet) above its summit crater but remaining safely contained within the park. The molten display is being captured live online, for instance via a YouTube livestream from the United States Geological Survey, giving viewers a front-row seat to nature’s power.
Volcanic eruptions are as terrifying as they are beautiful. In addition to their extreme temperatures, they can release toxic gases and ash and even cause earthquakes. But which American volcanoes are truly the most dangerous?
Check out this list of volcanoes to watch out for, according to the United States Geological Survey.