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Lava fountain and webcam

Detailed Description

Cameras used to monitor Kīlauea’s lava fountains, shown during episode 44 on April 9, 2026.  The left camera is a timelapse camera used to measure the fountain height.  The right camera is a compact webcam that is transmitting images in real-time for monitoring changes in the fountain activity.  USGS photo by M. Patrick. 

Sources/Usage

Public Domain.

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