When Time Ran Out...

Shelby Gilmore, the owner of a luxurious hotel on a Pacific island, decides to propose to his secretary, Kay Kirby. Unbeknownst to him, Kay's affections lie elsewhere, specifically with Hank Anderson, an oil rig worker.

Hank Anderson's crew on the oil rig receives alarming warnings about the nearby volcano, Mauna Lani, which is on the verge of erupting. Despite their concerns, they must continue their work, knowing the potential danger that lies ahead.

Bob Spangler, Shelby's associate, attempts to calm hotel guests by dismissing rumors of the volcanic threat. He downplays the situation, but his reassurance hides a darker truth about his own entangled personal life.

The hotel becomes a hub of drama as Spangler engages in an affair with Iolani, who is engaged to Brian, unaware that Brian is Spangler's half-brother. Tensions mount as personal relationships intertwine with larger events.

Hank and Kay escape for a romantic beach picnic to discuss their relationship and feelings. This peaceful moment is shattered when the volcano erupts, unleashing chaos and destruction on the island.

The island is engulfed in devastation as Mauna Lani erupts, with lava flows and fireballs threatening everything in their path. The abrupt transition from tranquility to chaos leads to panic among the residents and guests.

As the volcanic eruption wreaks havoc, Hank and Kay courageously rescue Nikki and others from the stables using a helicopter. Together, they navigate through the chaos to evacuate those in peril.

Some guests find temporary refuge within Shelby's hotel, still unaware of the growing destruction. As chaos reigns outside, tension mounts between those who want to escape and those who remain behind.

In the midst of urgent evacuation attempts, a helicopter crashes tragically, claiming the lives of all aboard. This incident heightens the sense of dread and urgency among the remaining guests.

Shelby and a small group, including Brian and Rene, decide to leave the hotel for a safer shore but face treacherous terrain. Spangler's influence leads many guests to stay behind, creating divisions among them.

The survivors find themselves on a shaky wooden bridge that spans a river of molten lava. Hank takes the lead, carefully testing the bridge's stability while each traveler battles fear and desperation.

As the group presses on, tragedy strikes when Sam and Marsha fall victim to an explosion, plummeting into the lava below. The group is shattered by the losses as they navigate the perilous landscape.

In a display of bravery, Rene uses his tightrope skills to save one of the orphaned children amid the chaos. Hank also steps up to guide another frightened child through the dangers as they seek safety.

Spangler's overconfidence leads to a tragic end when a colossal fireball crashes down on the hotel, incinerating all that it holds. This final disaster underscores the devastation that has hit the island.

The following morning brings a sobering realization as the remaining survivors make their way to the beach. They are met by ships from Fiji, ready to transport them away from the wreckage and towards safety.