Kilauea Ocean Entry (IMAGE) University of Hawaii at Manoa Caption Kilauea lava entry site on the southeast coastline of Hawaii. Billowing plumes of laze caused by the interaction of hot molten lava and seawater are visible. Credit Karin Bjorkman, UH. Usage Restrictions Image may be used with appropriate caption and credit. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.