(Jul 17, 2018 06:35 PM)Magical Realist Wrote: Lava bomb explodes near tour boat!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IT1BXCl_ZLY
The USGS says:
"The ocean entry is a hazardous area. The interaction of lava with the ocean creates "laze", a corrosive seawater plume laden with hydrochloric acid and fine volcanic particles that drifts downwind and can irritate the skin, eyes and lungs. Close to the ocean entry, flying debris from explosive interaction between lava and water is a primary hazard. Additionally, submarine magma-water interaction can result in explosive activity beyond the visible lava delta, creating a hazard that extends offshore. The lava delta is unstable because it is built up to 800 m (0.5 mi) from the former coastline on unconsolidated lava fragments and sand. This loose material can easily be eroded away by surf, causing the new land to become unsupported and slide into the sea."
https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kil...tatus.html