A Hydrothermal Explosion Poked New Steamy Holes in Yellowstone’s Biscuit Basin

A small hydrothermal explosion has reshaped Yellowstone's Biscuit Basin, creating new geothermal vents in the process. According to io9, while the blast was relatively modest, it left noticeable changes across the area. These explosions occur when pressurized steam and hot water rupture through the surface—a geological reminder that Yellowstone is very much still alive.

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