(Updated 4:03 p.m. MDT, July 23, 2024)
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) has confirmed a minor hydrothermal explosion in the Biscuit Basin thermal area of Yellowstone National Park (YNP) on the morning of July 23, 2024.
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In a joint statement with YNP officials, USGS reported that the explosion occurred around 10 a.m., approximately 2.1 miles (3.5 km) northwest of Old Faithful. The origin of the explosion appears to be near Black Diamond Pool, and YNP geologists are currently investigating the incident.
Several visitors captured videos of the explosion on social media, showing people in close proximity to the event. Despite some damage to the boardwalk, no injuries have been reported.
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For safety reasons, Biscuit Basin, including its parking lot and boardwalks, is closed until further notice. The extent of the damage is still being assessed, according to a separate YNP news release. However, the Grand Loop road remains open.
Hydrothermal explosions occur when water suddenly flashes to steam underground. They are relatively common in Yellowstone. Notable past incidents include an explosion at Porkchop Geyser in Norris Geyser Basin in 1989 and a minor event in the same area recorded on April 15, 2024. A similar explosion also occurred in Biscuit Basin on May 17, 2009.
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The USGS and YNP emphasized that Tuesday's explosion does not indicate increased volcanic activity, and the region's volcanic system remains at normal background levels. Hydrothermal explosions are not linked to magma rising toward the surface and do not signal impending volcanic eruptions.
For more information on hydrothermal explosions, visit USGS Hydrothermal Explosions in Yellowstone National Park.
Further updates will be provided as more details become available.
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