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Lava in Kohola arm of Mother's Day

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Lava in Kohola arm of Mother's Day flow on coastal flat near end of park trail. In background, Pulama pali is capped by lava in August 9 breakout, which only became visible from coast 3-4 days ago. This breakout has moved 4.9 km from point where lava reached the surface near the head of the Mother's Day tube during surge on August 9. Below August 9 breakout are several small incandescent spots belonging to east-side lobe of main Mother's Day flow.

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