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the crater has enlarged over a three-week period

2018 (approx.)

Detailed Description

Aerial images of the Halema‘uma‘u crater from May 27, 2018 (upper image) and June 18, 2018 (lower image). Note how the crater has enlarged over a three-week period, as shown in the June 18 photo. Also visible, are cracks on the crater floor due to ongoing subsidence at the summit

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Public Domain.