A magnitude 3.9 earthquake struck Yellowstone National Park near Norris Geyser Basin, causing concern about its supervolcano, which last erupted 70,000 years ago. The quake, felt across parts of Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming, was followed by a magnitude 3.7 aftershock. Despite fears of unrest, the USGS reassured that such seismic activity is normal for the region. The Norris Geyser Basin, where the quake occurred, sits at a fault intersection that frequently experiences random earthquakes, emphasizing that no significant danger was posed after the event.
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) stated: 'The earthquake is typical of the Yellowstone region and not a sign of any significant unrest.'
Experts noted that while Yellowstone's last eruption occurred 70,000 years ago, the recent seismic activity does not necessarily indicate an impending eruption.
Yellowstone National Park spans 3,472 square miles, encompassing stunning geological features such as geysers, steam vents, and bubbling pools, attracting millions of visitors.
The largest quake in the area was a magnitude 6 in 1975; however, the recent 3.9 quake caused little damage and no injuries reported.
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