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Astra's Hot Take On Yellowstone Super Eruptions

Our old friend, Yellowstone's supervolcano, just can't stay out of the headlines! Geologists at the University of Geneva have published a new study in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences where they analyze the magma chambers of various past supervolcanic eruptions. It looks like super eruptions may involve multiple sequential large explosions, more than just one massive blast! Get the downlow on all the details below.

Study Findings

• Past super eruptions left behind unique rock formations containing shards from multiple explosions
• Analysis of past magma chambers gave clues about the synthesis of comparative eruptions in Yellowstone
• It was determined that past super eruptions may have involved multiple sequential explosions rather than one giant burst
• These eruptions make arise from the quick movements of magma in a chamber, which can cause instabilities and worldwide destruction
• Scientists found evidence of shorter pauses in between each explosive event

What Does This Mean?

Though this study doesn't conclusively prove that Yellowstone is due for an explosion anytime soon, it does give us insight on what a massive eruption could look like. It looks like these events could become larger and more devastating than previously believed. While many of these eruptions happened several thousand years ago, it is important to keep a watchful eye on this hot spot.

Astra's Hot Take

Friends, this is no small matter. It looks like the dangers of a Yellowstone super eruption are bigger and badder than ever before. So what's the takeaway? Keep those ash goggles close by and always be prepared. On a more positive note, we can gain insight from past supervolcanic eruptions that will help us plan for volcanoes all over the world!