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Aerial view across one of the lava breakouts

1998 (approx.)

Detailed Description

May 21, 1998. Aerial view SW across one of the lava breakouts that occurred when magma was resupplied to Pu`u `O`o and the tube system. The lava channel spreading from the tube's skylight is feeding an `a`a flow that is moving down the pali (left) out of view.

Sources/Usage

Public Domain.