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photo of rangers at Yellowstone National Park surveying damage after Biscuit Basin hydrothermal explosion
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Biscuit Basin in Yellowstone closed after hydrothermal explosion

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson July 23, 2024August 1, 2024

This morning, a hydrothermal explosion in Yellowstone National Park sent tourists running for cover. The explosion caused damage to the boardwalk, but there were no reports of injuries.  The Biscuit Basin thermal area is about 2.1 miles northwest of Old Faithful. The parking lot and boardwalks within the area are temporarily closed for visitor safety.  […]

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