Wednesday, July 31, 2024

Yellowstone seeks info on hydrothermal explosion at Biscuit Basin

Yellowstone National Park posted this on their social media earlier today:
Calling all Citizen Scientists! Yellowstone and USGS Volcanoes U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) are seeking information regarding the hydrothermal explosion event that took place in Biscuit Basin on July 23rd, 2024.

Who can help:
• People in Biscuit Basin or surrounding area who directly observed the event.
• People who have photos or videos of Black Diamond Pool, Black Opal Pool, or Wall Pool during the period of July 16-July 23.

If you are in either of these groups and would like to help, please contact the Yellowstone Geology Program: yell_geology@nps.gov

Hydrothermal explosions are common, but not often witnessed. By sharing your observations and media, you can directly contribute to important scientific research on this underappreciated geologic hazard.

If you’re not in either of these groups, you can still help by liking and sharing this post. Thanks to everyone!




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