This is the first time the volcano on Hawaii's big island has erupted for nearly 40 years.
Mauna Loa, one of the world's biggest and most active volcanoes, has begun erupting after months of unrest., rises 13,000 feet above sea level, and has been rumbling to life since September.
The eruption began at approximately 11:30 p.m. on November 27, an update from the U.S. Geological Survey reported. The body has warned that winds may carry volcanic gas.Lava flows at Mauna Loa captured from the Northwest Rim of the volcano. The image was taken with a from a temporary research camera just before midnight on November 27.Lava flows at Mauna Loa captured from the Northwest Rim of the volcano.
The Hawaii Volcano Observatory is working with emergency management partners to monitor the nature of the eruption, the USGS said.
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