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15 February 2004 - 0728

Detailed Description

Wide-angle view showing shieldlike edifice in southwestern part of crater, formed by outflow from South Wall Complex and possibly Dave's Pit Vent in past 10 days or so. This edifice poured lava over crater rim into Puka Nui and West Gap (see images for February 13). Remnant of crater rim behind shield in center of view. Cones in West Gap are at right. 0728.

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