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Halema‘uma‘u lava lake - 01/18/2021

Detailed Description

A close up of the southwest portion of the lava lake within Halema‘uma‘u, just south of the west fissure. The lava lake at Kīlauea's summit is perched, and is contained by a steep levee 2-3 meters (yards) high. USGS photo by M. Patrick.

Sources/Usage

Public Domain.

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