October 7, 2024 — Nāpau Crater forest fire continues to burn
Detailed Description
On the middle East Rift Zone of Kīlauea, a recent eruption covered a large portion of the Nāpau Crater floor with new lava—dark gray lava near center of image. This eruption started a forest fire that continues to burn vegetation along the southern rim of Nāpau Crater. Photo view looking northwest with Kānenuiohamo visible in the upper left. USGS photo taken on October 7, by L. DeSmither.
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