Active lava flows
Kilauea volcano's active flow into the ocean
While in Hawai'i lava was flowing straight into the ocean, creating great plumes of steam visible during the day, and hot glowing lava to be seen at night.
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The three active lava areas from the public viewing area
Kalapana, Hawai'i (March 29th, '08)
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Active lava flow entering the ocean and creating steam
Kalapana, Hawai'i (March 29th, '08)
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Hot lava meets the ocean
Kalapana, Hawai'i (March 29th, '08)
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Glowing steam after sunset
Kalapana, Hawai'i (March 29th, '08)
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Glowing lava after dark
Kalapana, Hawai'i (April 5th, '08)
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Active lava flows into the ocean
Kalapana, Hawai'i (May 21st, '08)