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[PWcam] Puʻu ʻŌʻō West Flank from Puʻu ʻŌʻō

Detailed Description

This image is from a research camera positioned on the northwest flank of Puʻu ʻŌʻō, looking southwest. On the morning of May 24, 2016, this camera was rotated to be pointed northeast to follow a new breakout on the east flank of Puʻu ʻŌʻō.

Disclaimer

The webcams are operational 24/7 and faithfully record the dark of night if there are no sources of incandescence or other lights. Thermal webcams record heat rather than light and get better views through volcanic gas. At times, clouds and rain obscure visibility. The cameras are subject to sporadic breakdown, and may not be repaired immediately. Some cameras are observing an area that is off-limits to the general public because of significant volcanic hazards.

Sources/Usage

Public Domain.

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