Lava finger becomes new flow front

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A finger of lava moving on the north side of the June 27 flow became the new leading edge Sunday after advancing 60 yards (180 feet) since Saturday, according to Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.

A finger of lava moving on the north side of the June 27 flow became the new leading edge Sunday after advancing 60 yards (180 feet) since Saturday, according to Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.

The original flow front continues to be active but has slowed.

For more information, visit http://hvo.wr.usgs.gov/activity/kilaueastatus.php.