This article takes place in Phao, Hawii aHawaii. A new issue in Hawaii's district has been reported that gases and lava have been exploding into the air at aabout 2,000-degree000 degrees, leaving many with anxiety and frustration. theseThese lava explosions are taking a heavy toll havingas nearly 2,000 people have had to evacuate from their homes. asAs of now, at least 36 structures have been destroyed by lava flows, including 26 homes since the last eruption on May 3rd. scientistScientists have identified 19 total lava outbreaks and have decided to close the area from the public. theThe gases coming from the lava have been found to be extremely dangerous/poisonous, and are killing off our trees and our grasses. According to Hawaii Civil Defense, boulders as big as refrigerators could be tossed half a mile. ashAsh plums could also sorasoar up to 20,000 ft. asAs a result, Multiplemultiple roads in the Pahoa area are closed because of lava flows, and aircraft and drones are barred from flying too close to the flows and crater.