Airborne Lava Injures 23 On Boat in Hawaii

Hawaii officials say an explosion caused by lava oozing into the ocean sent molten rock crashing through the roof of a tour boat off the Big Island, injuring 23 people. A passenger on a nearby boat captured a plume after the explosion. (July 16)


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