October 23, 2024 — Routine maintenance on Kīlauea East Rift Zone webcam
Detailed Description
The R3cam is a webcam on the east flank of Pu‘u‘ō‘ō, and it monitors areas downrift of Pu‘u‘ō‘ō. Given the recent eruptive activity in nearby Nāpau crater, this webcam is essential for detecting any changes that could occur in the area during future unrest. Today, USGS geologists visited to site to dry out the camera enclosure and add new desiccant. USGS photo by M. Patrick.
Sources/Usage
Public Domain.