Close-up view of west vent, Halema‘uma‘u, Kīlauea - October 5, 2021
Detailed Description
Photo of fountaining from the western vent in Halema‘uma‘u crater, at the summit of Kīlauea. Spatter from the fountain continues to build up a horseshoe-shaped cone around the vent, with lava flowing into the lake at the base. This photo was taken from the western crater rim on October 5, 2021. USGS photo by N. Deligne.
Sources/Usage
Public Domain.