Hawaii: Today in History 1/23
1-23-1859 Mauna Loa volcano in Hawaii begins an eruption that lasts 300 days
On 23rd January 1859 a 10 month eruption began at Mauna Loa volcano. Lava flows destroyed the village of Wainanalii, 12 miles south of Kawaihae on 31 January 1859. The eruption finished in late November after 300 days.
