Yellowstone's Volcanic Future: Insights from Recent Research

Meteorology Matters reviews research concerning volcanic activity at Yellowstone National Park. The sources provide insights into the likelihood of future eruptions, the structure of the magma system beneath the park, and the potential shift in volcanic activity.

Key Findings:

• Yellowstone is not "overdue" for an eruption. Despite past supereruptions, volcanoes don't operate on predictable schedules. (Source: USGS)
• The magma chamber under Yellowstone is largely solid. Only 5-15% is molten, raising questions about the feasibility of a large-scale eruption. (Source: USGS)
• New research using magnetotellurics reveals a different picture of the magma system. Instead of one large reservoi ...