Update April 9 at 8 p.m.: Episode 44 has ended after nine hours of continuous lava fountaining, prompting officials to lower alert levels due to reduced volcanic hazards. The U.S. Geological Survey said Episode 44 of the ongoing eruption ended at 7:41 p.m. on Thursday, April 9.

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Hawaii’s most active and popular volcano, Kilauea, is preparing to put on a show as geologists forecast the volcano’s 44th eruption in the coming days. The United States Geological Survey said that precursory eruption activity is occurring as the active volcano prepares to erupt – one of Earth’s most captivating natural spectacles.

Kilauea is at it again. Just when you think Hawaii's most active volcano might take a breather, it roars back with a spectacle that reminds everyone why it's earned its fiery reputation. This latest eruption wasn't just another routine event. For those who ...