Park Again Closes Due To High Sulfur Dioxide Levels

Sulfur dioxide levels have for the second time this month reached the designated closure threshold in the summit area of the park. The superintendent has therefore ordered the closure of the park until further notice. "Our primary concern is for the health and safety of visitors and employees," said incident commander Joe Molhoek. "We're in close contact with the National Weather Service and look forward to favorable winds by week's end." Park operations have been curtailed and park rangers have closed the park, including  Kilauea Military Camp and Volcano House Hotel. There is no immediate threat to anyone’s safety. NPS emergency responders will remain on duty until further notice. The park will reopen when favorable winds return and sulfur dioxide levels diminish.