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island near the center of the lava lake, Halema'uma'u, Kilauea Volcano

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This photo was taken yesterday, December 23, from the south rim of Halema`uma`u and shows the island near the center of the lava lake. The island, which has been rafted around the surface, has a much different color and texture than the surrounding lava lake surface. USGS photo taken by M. Patrick.

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