Watch: Mauna Loa volcano erupts in Hawaii

The world’s largest active volcano, Mauna Loa on Hawaii's Big Island, has erupted for the first time in nearly 40 years, shooting 200-foot-high sprays of lava overhead and sending molten rock down its northeast side.

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Surrounding communities are far enough away from flowing lava and are not in danger for now, according the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency. Two shelters were opened as a precaution.

Officials said residents should be ready to evacuate if lava flows start heading their way. Evacuations have not been ordered, and schools remain open.

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