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Kilauea's recent rumblings have geologists on alert. An eruption at the summit near Pahala seems plausible. Keeping an eye on the Hilina Slump, whose movement could trigger a significant tsunami if it slides into the ocean due to volcanic activity. 
For reference... On April 2, 1868, a powerful earthquake estimated between 7.25 &7.75 magnitude struck this area.
Landslide on Mauna Loa and a subsequent tsunami. 77 lives w a tsunami, reportedly reaching as high as 60 feet and travelling a quarter of a mile inland. 🌋
Landslide on Mauna Loa and a subsequent tsunami. 77 lives w a tsunami, reportedly reaching as high as 60 feet and travelling a quarter of a mile inland. 🌋
Amazing footage from Paradise Helicopters of Mauna Loa volcano on the Big Island erupting.
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#volcano #hawaii #bigisland #maunaloa #eruption #Lava #pele
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More amazing videos of Mauna Loa’s eruption in #Hawaii. Lava is about 3 miles from the major highway that connects Hilo and Kona. Officials say they’re equipped to shut down roads as early as Friday if lava crosses l l the road.
Courtesy: Mick Kalber and Paradise Helicopters
Courtesy: Mick Kalber and Paradise Helicopters
