Michael Poland, the lead scientist-in-charge of the Yellowstone Volcano Observatory, said the Biscuit Basin has a history of small eruptions.

While the eruption was incredible to witness on camera, I am sure it would have been absolutely terrifying to witness in person. Watch as the Black Diamond Pool erupts.

Volcano temperature. Image via Unsplash Volcanic eruptions release substantial amounts of ash, toxic gases, and particulate matter that pose significant respiratory hazards to animals. These fine ...

“The Yellowstone system is one that’s been stagnant for a long time.” The volcano’s largest eruption, which earned it the title of a supervolcano, occurred 2.1 million years ago.

A small eruption occurred at Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming on Saturday, and a newly installed webcam captured it.The webcam was set up just weeks before the eruption to monitor activity at ...

A small eruption occurred at Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming on Saturday, and a newly installed webcam captured it.The webcam was set up just weeks before the eruption to monitor activity at ...

(VIDEO: USGS via CNN Newsource) — A small eruption occurred at Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming on Saturday, and a newly installed webcam captured it. The webcam was set up just weeks before ...