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Lava from fissure 8 flow enters ocean in the vicinity of Vacationland

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Lava enters the ocean in the vicinity of Vacationland at 7AM HST on June 7. The ocean entry produces a white plume called "laze," which drifts downwind. Laze is composed of steam, hydrochloric acid and tiny glass particles, which can irritate the lungs, eyes and skin.