Concerns about the Yellowstone National Park supervolcano erupting have not faded, despite scientific evidence suggesting such an event is unlikely in the near future. Recent research points to a possible future eruption that could reshape the planet's climate and cause widespread destruction. Scientists continue to monitor the volcano's activity, emphasising that while an eruption isn't imminent, the potential consequences remain severe.
In January 2025, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) published a detailed analysis of what lies beneath Yellowstone. Using advanced measurements of electrical conductivity, researchers created a three-dimensional map of the magma chambers. The findings show a significant presence of magma, particularly concentrated under the north-east of the Yellowstone Caldera, which last erupted around 630,000 years ago.
