Holei Sea Arch of Hawaii Collapses, Ending a Centuries-Old Landmark

The Hōlei sea arch, a 90-foot natural lava rock landmark located within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, has collapsed into the Pacific Ocean. The formation had stood for approximately 550 years before disintegrating. According to the National Park Service, the collapse occurred while a tropical storm was moving through the area, ending the existence of the centuries-old wonder. This event marks the loss of a significant geological feature within the protected national park territory.