HONOLULU, 23 May 2018: As dramatic video footage from the island of Hawaii shows lava flowing, new fissures opening and ash plumes, Hawaii Governor David Ige reassured travellers, worldwide, that the Kilauea volcano was being closely monitored.
He stated emphatically: “Travel is safe to the Hawaiian Islands.”
Governor Ige claims there are teams of scientists, geologists, meteorologists, and health experts supported around the clock by emergency officials and law enforcement personnel.
They are scrutinising activity within Kilauea volcano and providing carefully thought-out advice with the purpose of keeping the public safe and informed.
“This is a time to listen to the experts on-site and to trust what they are reporting and recommending. The experts are telling us there is no danger from the eruptions to anyone outside the areas that have been evacuated. There is no threat of a tsunami. Air quality is being closely studied and is of most concern in the immediate area inside where the volcanic activity is taking place.
Visitors to Hawaii are being assured that the volcanic activity is having no effect on the other islands, Oahu, Maui, Molokai, Lanai and Kauai.
Visitors can book their trips comfortable in the knowledge that their vacation experience will provide all the enjoyment they expect when coming to our beautiful islands.
All of Hawaii is open for business and welcoming visitors. This includes Hilo, Pahoa and the Kona and Kohala coasts on the island of Hawaii. The one area that people need to avoid is lower Puna where the eruption is ongoing.
Kilauea has been an active volcano since 1983 and is one of Hawaii’s most popular attractions. Over the years residents and visitors have been drawn to the wonder of seeing nature at work in the creation of new land via tours or visits to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Most of the park is currently closed until further notice.
