31 Jan 2026

A significant land uplift, the size of a major American city, has been discovered on the northern rim of the Yellowstone Caldera. This uplift, known as the Norris uplift anomaly, has been growing since July 2025 and is causing concern among scientists. Despite the alarming size of the uplift, scientists are currently stating that there is no immediate risk of eruption.

Scientists say Yellowstone’s current deformation is minor and not indicative of an imminent eruption. While the supervolcano is not overdue for an eruption, it is still considered dangerous due to its complex nature and potential for future volcanic activity, though likely not on the scale of a super eruption. The speaker emphasises the need for more scientific research and advises caution while visiting the park.