Hawaii geothermal plant plugs wells as lava flows nearby

Hawaii geothermal plant plugs wells as lava flows nearby

6 years ago
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https://apnews.com/099c4b90ebd043d2bd875b3fd1e693af

PAHOA, Hawaii (AP) — Production wells at a geothermal plant under threat by lava flowing from Hawaii's Kilauea volcano have been plugged to prevent toxic gases from seeping out.

Lava from a nearby, new volcanic vent entered, then stalled, on the 815-acre (330-hectare) property where the Puna Geothermal Venture wells occupy about 40 acres (16 hectares). Residents have been concerned about hazards if the lava flowed over the plant's facilities, or if heat generated would interact with various chemicals used on-site.