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Satellite imagery shows Réunion Island lava reaching the sea
Key Takeaways
- The eruption began on February 13, 2026, when four fissures opened inside the caldera.
- Landsat 9 thermal imagery from March 28 shows lava flowing east toward the ocean.
- Researchers say the eruption may mark the start of a new cycle of frequent activity.
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DT Editorial Team··via science.nasa.gov