The eruption of the Kilauea volcano in Hawaii has destroyed 26 homes and is threatening hundreds more.

Nearly 2,000 people have so far been evacuated.

Some residents were allowed home to rescue pets, but authorities said it was not safe to stay.

Lava went up to 70 metres into the air.

The eruption occurred after the island was hit by a powerful 6.9 magnitude earthquake on Friday.

Kilauea is one of the world's most active volcanoes and has been in constant eruption for 35 years.

Source:bbcnews