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Early images of event that produced the new fissure at southeast base of Pu`u `O`o. These images were taken by David Jordan, a professional photographer, from top of Pu`u Huluhulu. Tilt records indicate that the cracking and eruption started at about 0550.
Aerial view of Pu`u `O`o looking northeast, showing location of new vent at base of cone (near right edge of image) relative to other prominent features. Crater floor is covered with fresh, dark lava flows. West Gap is apparent near left edge of image. Puka Nui is red gap and pit near center of image.
Aerial view looking west, showing fresh, black lava flow coming from vent at base of Pu`u `O`o. Smoke and fume near left edge of image is from Amalgamated Bend shield.
Photographer gives scale for erupting fissure and flanking blanket of fresh, black spatter. Though sunny, rain coat provides protection from heat.
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