MagmaSync: Volcano Tracker
Shuangquan Li
Stay connected to Kilauea - one of the world's most active volcanoes - with real-time data from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). MagmaSync delivers live volcano monitoring data, eruption forecasts, and observatory messages straight to your iPhone. Whether you're a resident of Hawaii, a traveler, a geology enthusiast, or a researcher, MagmaSync keeps you informed with the latest from the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO). REAL-TIME MONITORING - View the current alert level and aviation color code at a glance - Read official observatory messages as they're published by USGS/HVO - Track eruption status - erupting, fountaining, overflowing, or paused AI-POWERED ERUPTION FORECASTS - Get predicted eruption forecast windows powered by intelligent analysis - Understand when the next volcanic episode is likely to occur PUSH NOTIFICATIONS - Receive instant alerts when the volcano's alert level or aviation color code changes - Get notified when new observatory messages are published - Stay ahead with time-sensitive eruption forecast window updates LIVE CAMERAS - Watch Kīlauea live from multiple USGS/HVO volcano cameras - See eruption activity, lava flows, and summit views in real time - Switch between camera angles without leaving the app GROUND DEFORMATION - View USGS electronic tilt plots for the summit and East Rift Zone - Track how the volcano is inflating or deflating over 2 days, a week, a month, or 3 months - Pinch or double-tap to zoom in on the plots for a closer look - Built-in guide explains how to read the charts WEATHER AT THE SUMMIT - Check current conditions at Kīlauea powered by Apple WeatherKit - Hourly forecast, 10-day outlook, UV index, and rain probability - Sunrise and sunset times, visibility, and active weather alerts MULTI-LANGUAGE TRANSLATION - Translate observatory messages into dozens of languages - Powered by Apple's on-device Translation framework — works offline - Enable auto-translate for seamless reading in your preferred language AI-GENERATED SUMMARIES - Get concise, easy-to-understand summaries of lengthy observatory messages - Powered by Apple Intelligence — processed entirely on your device - Choose your preferred summary language DESIGNED FOR EVERYONE - Clean, intuitive interface with beautiful dynamic visuals - Dark mode and light mode support with customizable appearance - No account or login required — just open and explore - Completely free with no in-app purchases or ads DISCLAIMER & LEGAL MagmaSync is an independent, third-party app. It is NOT an official product of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO), or any government agency. MagmaSync is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the USGS or any federal, state, or local government entity. All volcano monitoring data displayed in the app originates from publicly available USGS sources. While we strive to deliver accurate and timely information, MagmaSync does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any data or notifications. MagmaSync is for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for official emergency alerts or safety guidance. Notifications may experience network or processing delays. AI-generated translations and summaries may be inaccurate or incomplete. For real-time safety updates and emergency instructions, always consult official local government authorities. By using MagmaSync, you agree to our Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy, available at https://magmasync.web.app.