National park warns against dangerous crowding and traffic amid new volcano eruption

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupted again this week - drawing renewed attention to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and fresh safety warnings. 

Officials urged visitors to plan ahead, slow down, follow posted signs - and park only in designated areas.

The current eruption inside the Halemaʻumaʻu crater can be viewed from several overlooks along Crater Rim Drive, though visibility can change quickly and weather such as fog or rain may obscure the lava, the park's website noted.

"Consider factors such as viewing experience, long waits and crowds, hiking ability and available time when selecting where to view the eruption," the park said.

Beyond traffic and viewing conditions, officials are also monitoring environmental impacts from the eruption.

The eruption is producing significant volcanic gas emissions, Fox Weather reported.

Officials advised visitors to monitor air quality conditions, as volcanic gases can be especially hazardous for children and people with respiratory conditions.

The most eruptive episodes have lasted less than 12 hours - and they're separated by pauses that can last days or weeks.

Fox News Digital reached out to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park for further comment.