SCIENCEJul 15 · 21:58 UTCKHON2 HONOLULUKeila Kamoku

Lava fountains return, Kilauea's 51st episode is underway

Kilauea’s summit eruption has entered its 51st episode as lava fountains reappeared at Halemaʻumaʻu crater after three weeks of inactivity. The return of lava fountains marks a resumption of volcanic activity following a period of quiet.

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