Erta Ale Volcano (Ethiopia), Lava Watchers (Feb. 08)

From dusk to dawn: a night at the lava lake (Erta Ale volcano expedition 02/08)

In the afternoon, Karinna is on the scene. (Photo: Tom Pfeiffer) [info]
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As sunset approaches, tripods join the scene with their photographers. (Photo: Tom Pfeiffer) [info]
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The Blue Hour, Frank is fully concentrated on his work. Unfortunately, the good light is very short here, at 13 degrees North,- only about 20 minutes. I have to hurry to change lens... (Photo: Tom Pfeiffer)

The Blue Hour, Frank is fully concentrated on his work. Unfortunately, the good light is very short ... [info]
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As it grows darker, the lava glow becomes brighter and brighter and its light makes Frank's red jacket (yes, it was a bit chilly up there!) shine even more. Karinna is still on her spot. (Photo: Tom Pfeiffer)

As it grows darker, the lava glow becomes brighter and brighter and its light makes Frank's red jack... [info]
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It's now soon time to use flashlights. Stefan and Irawaty have found their own favourite spot,- a small flat platform right above the lake! (Photo: Tom Pfeiffer)

It's now soon time to use flashlights. Stefan and Irawaty have found their own favourite spot,- a sm... [info]
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Venus and the first stars are now well visible. (Photo: Tom Pfeiffer) [info]
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The last light vanishes from the evening sky. Franz and Frank take photos of the lava lake. (Photo: Tom Pfeiffer)

The last light vanishes from the evening sky. Franz and Frank take photos of the lava lake. (Photo: ... [info]
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While Franz and Frank make good silhouettes, the others, like Karinna left of Frank, are only visible when they use their flashlights. (Photo: Tom Pfeiffer)

While Franz and Frank make good silhouettes, the others, like Karinna left of Frank, are only visibl... [info]
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It's now completely night. The lava glow is now at its brightest! (Photo: Tom Pfeiffer) [info]
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After a short dinner break, most of us are back on the rim. Ira and Stefan are well equipped for another night of lava cinema! (Photo: Tom Pfeiffer)

After a short dinner break, most of us are back on the rim. Ira and Stefan are well equipped for ano... [info]
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Stefan - resistant to heat (really!) and never tired and not at all prone to vertigo. (Photo: Tom Pfeiffer)

Stefan - resistant to heat (really!) and never tired and not at all prone to vertigo. (Photo: Tom Pf... [info]
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At night, Franz turns into another monument - fixed at "his" premium spot, he is transfixed by the ever changing lava lake. (Photo: Tom Pfeiffer)

At night, Franz turns into another monument - fixed at "his" premium spot, he is transfixed by the e... [info]
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Keeper of stars, teller of stories. It's just before dawn. We are back up. Marco, the lava lake, moon and two planets in conjunction... (Photo: Tom Pfeiffer)

Keeper of stars, teller of stories. It's just before dawn. We are back up. Marco, the lava lake, moo... [info]
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By the time I have changed the lens and position, dawn has begun. At the moment, the lights are still fighting for supremacy. (Photo: Tom Pfeiffer)

By the time I have changed the lens and position, dawn has begun. At the moment, the lights are stil... [info]
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It's a new day and the sun's light in the sky is winning the game again. (Photo: Tom Pfeiffer) [info]
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Blue and red. The shadow inside the crater gives the lava glow some extra time. But soon, the sun will destroy this light. And it's surprisingly cool (possibly below 20 degrees),- time for a warm cup of coffee... (Photo: Tom Pfeiffer)

Blue and red. The shadow inside the crater gives the lava glow some extra time. But soon, the sun wi... [info]
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