A low-light camera on the Halemaumau overlook rim captures an overnight session of lava draining and filling the vent’s cavity. Each cycle of draining and filling takes about two hours. The film’s 26 seconds comprise an entire evening at the vent. (Click on frame above to view the video.)




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