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Lake On Bottom Of Halema‘uma‘u Crater At Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park Now Bigger Than Football Field

Back in July, U.S. Geological Survey researchers spotted a small pool of water at the bottom of the Halema‘uma‘u crater at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Since then, that "small pool" has grown to one larger than a football field, and scientists aren't exactly sure what's driving it.

Lava, steam, and rock over the ocean, Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park

Bright orange-red lava and steam pour over basaltic rock at the ocean's edge in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park

Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park protects some of the most unique geologic, biologic, and cultural landscapes in the world. Extending from sea level to the summit of Mauna Loa at 13,677 feet, the park encompasses the summits of two of the world's most active volcanoes - Kīlauea and Mauna Loa.

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Groups Returning To Court To Force FAA To Adopt Air Tour Management Plans For Parks

Unsatisfied with how the Federal Aviation Administration and the National Park Service have responded to a lawsuit to implement air tour management plans for airspace over national parks, two groups are heading back to court to force the agencies to accomplish that goal.

Water Ponds Up In Kīlauea Volcano Crater At Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park

Small pools or ponds of water have been spotted at the bottom of the Kīlauea Volcano's crater at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, but scientists are not sure where it's coming from or what it signifies. The following article was written by Hawaii Volcano Observatory scientist emeritus Don Swanson.

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