Lava breakout remains stalled

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According to Hawaii County Civil Defense, surface activity on the June 27 lava flow continues with numerous small breakouts extending from the west or just above the stalled flow fronts to the summit area.

According to Hawaii County Civil Defense, surface activity on the June 27 lava flow continues with numerous small breakouts extending from the west or just above the stalled flow fronts to the summit area.

The small breakout along the south margin of the flow to the west or upslope of the stalled front showed no signs of activity and no advancement since yesterday. The leading edge of this breakout is approximately 0.6 miles to the west or mauka and upslope of Highway 130.

The lava does not pose an immediate threat to area communities.