It has been a wonderful week for fans of Kilauea volcano. A new fissure opened 5 March on the eastern flank near the Puu Oo eruptive center that is sending out fresh lava. It has been named Kamoamoa. At the same time, the lava lakes in Halemaumau and Puu Oo both drained spectacularly in a sign of plumbing readjustments in the magma chamber. The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory's update page for images is a feast for the eyes, with links to videos and lots of explanation.
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About volcanism
About volcanoes
The 8 basic volcano types
Rock types associated with volcanoes
Kamoamoa sends lava into a great crack — HVO image
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is the fact that kilawao had split last week.should that have been taken as a warning.every time that tsunami comes is after a volcano then earth quake then tsunami.why is all this happening.we cannot sit back and pretend we didnt notice!i am an old lady who has read a lot and learned a lot.wake up scientists or are your hands tied by red tape.the world will be gone soon,i pray it is quick