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September 20, 2024—Lava flows on the floor of Nāpau Crater, Kīlauea middle East Rift Zone

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A view across the floor of Nāpau Crater, covered with fresh lava flows. In the background of the photo, which faces northwest, lava flows that recently cascaded over the northwest wall of the crater are visible. USGS photo by M. Patrick. 

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Public Domain.

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