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Kīlauea Volcano — Sunrise at Halema`uma`u Crater

Detailed Description

Inward slumping of Halema‘uma‘u continues in response to ongoing subsidence at Kīlauea Volcano's summit. This image, taken from a temporary observation post located at Volcano House, shows steep walls on the western side of the crater and sloping piles of rubble from rockfall events.

Sources/Usage

Public Domain.