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August 13, 2025 — Scientists sample spatter from a small fissure that occurred during Episode 30.

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On August 13, USGS scientists collect recent spatter samples of episode 30 lava from a temporary fissure feature that appeared early in episode 30. The chemistry of these lava samples is analyzed to better understand the source and storage of magma driving Hawaiian eruptions. USGS photo by K. Mulliken 

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