Environmental
Hawaii has unique volcanic hazard zones. A property in Lava Zone 1 means:
AA. The property has never been affected by lava
BB. The area has the greatest volcanic hazard with the highest probability of lava coverage✓ Correct
CC. The property is protected from lava flows by topography
DD. Zone 1 is the safest classification
Explanation
Lava Zone 1, on the rift zones of Kilauea and Mauna Loa, has the highest hazard level and is most frequently covered by lava flows.
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