Magma Plume Running All the Way from Mexico Discovered Under Yellowstone Supervolcano
An underwater ‘fountain’ of magma has been found beneath Yellowstone supervolcano, heightening fears that a major eruption is on the way. Researchers found a column of hot volcanic ash known as a magma ‘plume’ beneath the volcano, and they believe it stretches all the way from Mexico. Experts suggest the plume could be the source of the heat that drives … Continue reading
What Would Happen If Yellowstone Supervolcano Was Hit With A Nuclear Bomb?
It’s fair to say that people are enthralled by volcanoes. We get many questions about them. What would happen if Yellowstone caldera erupted again today? (If it’s a powerful blast, then spoiler alert: nothing good.) Can we throw away all our trash in volcanoes? Do volcanoes produce more carbon dioxide than humans on a similar timescale? Just in the last … Continue reading
