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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jennifer Sinco Kelleher

National park and key highway closed as Hawaii volcano shoots lava fountains 1,000 feet high

A spectacular lava fountain from Hawaii's Kilauea volcano soared to 300 meters (1,000 feet) on Tuesday, leading to temporary closures at a national park and a key highway due to falling glassy volcanic fragments and ash.

The eruption on Hawaii's Big Island has captivated residents and visitors for over a year with its intermittent bursts of lava.

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