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Watch: Moment Hawaii volcano eruption engulfs camera

Watch: Moment Hawaii volcano eruption engulfs camera

Summary

A volcano in Hawaii erupted, sending lava that damaged a remote camera recording the event. The eruption produced lava fountains up to 100 feet high. The volcano, Kilauea, has been active intermittently since December of last year.

Key Facts

  • A volcano in Hawaii erupted and caused lava to cover a camera.
  • The camera belonged to the US Geological Survey (USGS).
  • The eruption caused the camera to glitch and then stop working.
  • Lava fountains reached up to 30 meters (100 feet) high.
  • The eruption took place at Kilauea, located in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
  • Kilauea is one of the most active volcanoes in the world.
  • The volcano has been erupting from time to time since December last year.

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