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The Yellowstone Volcano Observatory (YVO) is a consortium of nine state and federal agencies who provide timely monitoring and hazard assessment of volcanic, hydrothermal, and earthquake activity in the Yellowstone Plateau region. The USGS arm of YVO is also responsible for monitoring and reporting on volcanic activity in the intermountain west U.S. states.
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Geysers, Bison, Bears Oh My, but What About Yellowstone’s Fossils Oh Why?
Yellowstone National Park is known for its unique hydrothermal features and array of animals and plants, but what about its fossils? From tiny invertebrates to large marine reptiles, Yellowstone’s boundaries include a wide range of paleontological resources that date back over 500 million years.
Another Earthquake Swarm Under Yellowstone Lake?
Have you noticed that there has been an increase in the number of earthquakes happening in Yellowstone over the last week? This is because there is an active earthquake swarm occurring beneath Yellowstone Lake! Although it looks impressive, it pales in comparison to past sequences, including the 2008–2009 Yellowstone Lake swarm.
The Blackfoot Volcanic Field of southeast Idaho—a result of interaction between the Yellowstone hotspot and tectonic activity
The Blackfoot Volcanic Field in southeast Idaho is a unique product of Yellowstone hotspot volcanism. While it is chemically similar to other volcanic rocks in eastern Idaho that are related to the hotspot, it is located far from the hot spot track—a testament to its entanglement with tectonic activity of the Basin and Range Province.