09-09-2007, 05:56 AM
Nancy is correct about the liability issues. If they let it go naturally, it is and "Act of God," Madame Pele, or whatever legally invulnerable divine entity you care to name. If the County or State botches it, they would not only look bad, but possibly be liable. Also, intervening to divert the lava would show a level of forethought, technical expertise, and iniative we are not accustomed to seeing from these folks. Yes, there have been some limited, but noteworthy, successes at diverting lava. Sadly, I don't think we can expect to see any here.
Cheers,
Jerry
Cheers,
Jerry