November 25, 2024 — Kīlauea September 2024 Eruption Tephra

Detailed Description
A USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory geologist displays pieces of lava spatter on their hand that were collected for geochemical analyses. The volcanic glass, erupted from a fissure on the East Rift Zone of Kīlauea in September 2024, was twisted in the air while still molten to form unique shapes. USGS photo taken on November 25, 2024, by L. DeSmither.
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