December 9, 2022 — Mauna Loa Fissure 3 Lava Channel
![Color photograph of lava channel](https://d9-wret.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/assets/palladium/production/s3fs-public/styles/full_width/public/media/images/20221209-3.png?itok=-zyoAlsC)
Detailed Description
Aerial view of the upper lava channel from fissure 3 on the Northeast Rift Zone of Mauna Loa. On December 9, 2022, Hawaiian Volcano Observatory geologists noted a reduced output of lava at fissure 3 and this photo shows that the level of lava in the channel is the lowest it has been since the eruption started. USGS image by M. Patrick.
Sources/Usage
Public Domain.