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Viewing an erupting volcano is a memorable experience; one that has inspired
fear, superstition, worship, curiosity, and fascination throughout the history of
mankind. The active Hawaiian volcanoes have received special attention
worldwide because of their frequent spectacular eruptions, which can be viewed
and studied with a relative ease and safety. The island of Hawaii is composed of
five volcanoes, three of which have been active within the past two hundred years.
Kilauea's latest eruption still continues as of today. Mauna Loa's latest activity
was in 1984 and Hualalai's in 1800-1801, but is likely to erupt again within the
next one hundred years. East Maui, or Haleakala, one of the oldest volcanoes,
has a long eruptive history and recent activity indicates that the volcano will erupt
in the near future. Last......

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