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October 28, 2022 — Mauna Loa Overflight, Sulphur Cone

Detailed Description

On October 28, 2022, HVO geologists conducted an overflight of Mauna Loa’s summit region. This photo of Sulfur Cone, on the Southwest Rift Zone, is at an elevation of 3,430 meters (11,240 feet) above sea level. The 1950 fissure is visible in the foreground of the image. USGS image by K. Mulliken.

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Public Domain.