Mauna Loa: Quick Facts

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Lava flows from the eruption of the Mauna Loa volcano on the island of Hawaii, March 25, 1984

Map of the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean, highlighting the location of Mauna Loa volcano on the island of Hawaii. The map labels each major island and includes a small inset globe showing Hawaii's position in the central Pacific.

1984 Mauna Loa eruption

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Mauna Loa eruption, 2022

Mauna Loa eruption, 2022

A helicopter flies over glowing orange lava fissures on the dark slope of Mauna Loa Volcano in Hawaii, viewed from above.

Silversword plant with spiky, silvery leaves growing on rocky soil at Mauna Kea, Hawaii, with dry grass and mountains in the background.

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