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Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park
After Dark in the Park
After Dark in the Park program image

A special series of programs presented at the park's Kilauea Visitor Center Auditorium, Tuesdays at 7 pm.

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Volcanic Activity: What's Going on Now?
Presented by Dave Wilson, Hawaiian Volcano Observatory's Seismic Network Manager.

QuickTime (10.8mb)
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`a`a flowing over an older flow of pahoehoe.  

Did You Know?
The two types of Hawaiian lava differ in appearance but are chemically alike. Pahoehoe has a smoother and ropey surface where `a`a is jagged and clinkery.

Last Updated: May 03, 2008 at 19:36 EST