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Another hydrothermal explosion has occurred at Yellowstone National Park
Yahoo • • science
Key Points:
- A small hydrothermal explosion occurred on June 13 at Yellowstone's Biscuit Basin, forming a new boiling pool and causing no injuries, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
- Monitoring equipment detected seismic and infrasound activity near the Black Diamond Pool, where newly formed vents released hydrothermal water into the Firehole River, triggering the explosion.
- The explosion created several cracks and vents with water temperatures between 185 and 200 degrees Fahrenheit, leading to the collapse of land and formation of a gray, silt-filled boiling pool exhibiting intermittent spouting up to 30 feet high.
- Biscuit Basin has remained closed since a 2024 explosion, preventing injuries, and temporary seismic stations have been installed to monitor ongoing hydrothermal activity and vent evolution.
- The incident underscores the unstable and hazardous nature of Yellowstone’s volcanic and hydrothermal systems, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and caution in the area.
