The 1955 Eruption of Kilauea Volcano in Hawaii Part 3

Description

This film documents the 1955 eruption of Kilauea from the first opening of fissures in the ground, through the appearance of lava, the formation of cone and flows, the display of lava fountains, and the pillows of rising steam as one lava river reached the sea and set the ocean boiling. It also discusses the difference between Pahoehoe and A'a lava flows.

Collection

Records of the Office of the Secretary of Agriculture

Series

Public Information and Training Motion Picture and Television Productions