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May 6, 2025 — Episode 20 at Kīlauea volcano

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Lava fountains and flows erupted from both the north and south vents during episode 20 of the ongoing eruption at the summit of Kīlauea. However, the north vent was much more active than the south vent, with lava fountains reaching estimated heights of more than 500 feet (150 meters). Fountains from the south vent reached heights of up to about 65 feet (20 meters). USGS photo by K. Mulliken. 

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