That may have been the case millions of years ago, but definitely not now. Anything west of Maui is completely safe from flowing lava. That includes Oahu, which contains Honolulu, the capital. All the volcanoes there are extinct.
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The oldest of the major Hawaiian Islands, Kauai, doesn't have any active volcanoes because it's no longer over the Hawaiian hot spot.
Zone 9, considered the least hazardous region, consists of Kohala, a volcano that has not erupted for 60,000 years. Sources/Usage: Public Domain. Lava-flow hazard zones map, Island of Hawai'i.
Some believe that some flows in east honolulu are younger (5000-10000 years old) but the evidence is not very convincing. So, is there a threat of a volcano erupting here again? It is always possible, but the odds are actually slim.
Zone 3 includes areas gradationally less hazardous than zone 2 because of greater distance from recently active vents or because the topography makes it less likely that flows will cover these areas. Developed areas between Kea`au and Pahoa and on the south side of Highway 11 between Kea`au and Volcano are in zone 3.
Generally, only areas near an active or recently active volcanic vent are affected by large-scale ground cracks and settling. Lava flows are the most common of the direct volcanic hazards in Hawaii.
Kauai, being the smallest and least populated major island, has the lowest property crime rate. The island's close communities and residents' commitment to safety create a secure environment for both locals and tourists.
The island's strong sense of community and emphasis on tourism safety contribute to a safer environment for residents and visitors alike. Kauai, known as the “Garden Isle,” has the lowest violent crime rate among the four major Hawaiian islands.
Niihau, also known as the Forbidden Isle, is a beautiful small island in Hawaii spread across 180 sq km. The island is off-limits to outsiders and only the Robinson family, their relatives, invited guests, government officials and US Navy personnel are allowed here.
The eight main Hawaiian Islands are made up of 15 volcanoes, which are the youngest in a linear chain of more than 129 volcanoes (above and below sea level) that stretches for about 6,100 km (3,800 mi) across the north Pacific.
If you live anywhere near an active or dormant volcano, you should be prepared to evacuate at a moment's notice as eruptions are not always predictable. The danger area around a volcano covers approximately a 20-mile radius; however, some danger may exist 100 miles or more from a volcano.
Volcanic eruptions like the ones in Guatemala, Italy, the Philippines and elsewhere, do not occur in the Aloha State. So you would not be in any sort of immediate danger in Hawaii from a volcanic eruption. You definitely won't be if you're not visiting the Big Island.
Yes, you can visit Hawaii right now. Hawaii is welcoming visitors back to our islands: for incoming domestic travelers, there will be no COVID requirements.
Respectful travel to any of the Hawaiian Islands, including the accessible areas of Maui, is welcomed and encouraged, now more than ever. On October 8th, West Maui accommodations will begin to reopen to visitors again with the exception of Lahaina.