Yellowstone Eruption July 23 2024 Map. An explosion that took place on 23 july at 10:19 am local time highlights exactly why. The july 23, 2024, hydrothermal explosion at biscuit basin resulted from water suddenly transitioning to steam in the shallow hydrothermal system beneath black diamond pool and was not caused by volcanic activity.

A relatively small but unexpected hydrothermal explosion in yellowstone national park near old faithful damaged boardwalks and sent tourists running on july 23. Yellowstone national park visitors were sent running and screaming tuesday when a hydrothermal explosion spewed boiling hot water and rocks.