Puna, Hawaii Lava Flow Update - Pahoa’s in for It
Based on the latest measurements, the lava flow from the Pu’u O’o crater’s June 27 outbreak has slowed some but it’s headed straight for the center of Pahoa town. As of today, the 20th, the flow has left the forested edge of Kahoe Homesteads and is now moving through open grasslands.
Estimates are for it to reach the Pahoa main street within 18 days and then to cut Highway 130 three days after that.
Via Google Street View, here’s approximately where the lava may cross Pahoa Village Road. That house is done for.
Update: Civil Defense update for Friday the 19th