Hydrothermal explosion at Yellowstone National Park’s Biscuit Basin damages part of boardwalk

July 24, 2024

A hydrothermal explosion took place at Yellowstone National Park‘s Biscuit Basin in northwest Wyoming Tuesday morning, sending boiling water and steam into the air and causing some damage to a boardwalk, officials said.

The small, localized eruption occurred at 10:19 a.m. local time near the Sapphire Pool, which is about two miles northwest of the Old Faithful Geyser, the National Park Service said.

The basin, including the parking lot and boardwalks, is temporarily closed until park officials determine the area is safe. CBS