13M views · 111K reactions | Incredible footage shows the lava flow during this morning's fissure eruption on the east side of Hawaii's Big Island. More than 1,800 residents have been evacuated from their homes. https://abcn.ws/2KGin9D | ABC News | Facebook

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Geologists collect fresh lava by carefully approaching active lava flows, typically from a safe vantage point near the edge. They wear heat-resistant suits, gloves, helmets, and face shields to protect against the intense heat—lava can exceed 1,000°C (1,800°F). Using long-handled metal tools like steel scoops or tongs, they reach into the flow and grab a small amount of molten rock. As soon as the sample is collected, it’s quickly quenched in a bucket of water. This rapid cooling prevents the fo

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