"Unveiling the Hidden Dangers: Geological Hazards Beneath Yellowstone National Park Revealed by Data"

New data obtained through lidar technology has revealed a network of geological hazards, including prehistoric landslides and large earthquakes, beneath a portion of Yellowstone National Park. The data, which provides a clearer view of the bare ground in Paradise Valley and the northern entrance to Yellowstone, has helped scientists understand the present-day risks of living in the surrounding states. The discoveries have allowed for improved hazard mapping and characterization of known faults and landslides, contributing to mitigation efforts and seismic hazard assessments. While the chance of a volcanic eruption in Yellowstone is unlikely, the area remains of interest due to the likelihood of damaging earthquakes and hydrothermal explosions.