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May 1, 2025 — Scientist checks camera on rim of Kīlauea volcano

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May 1 is lei day in Hawaii, and today scientists from the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory checked on the S2cam on the rim of Kīlauea volcano. The camera had been sending images intermittently over the past 24 hours and needed new batteries. This camera provides views of the north and south vent that have been erupting episodically since December 23, 2025, within Halemaʻumaʻu. USGS photo by K. Mulliken. 

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