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April 9, 2025 — Kīlauea lava sample

Detailed Description

A USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory geologist collects a molten lava sample for geochemical analysis, which will inform hazard analyses of the ongoing eruption. This lava flow was supplied by lava fountaining in the western end of the crater, during episode 17 of the ongoing summit eruption of Kīlauea. USGS photo by M. Patrick.


 

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