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Yellowstone's Black Diamond Pool Erupts in Dramatic Display

12/24/2025

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A hot spring at Yellowstone National Park erupted dramatically over the weekend, captured by an official camera.
Black Diamond Pool erupted Saturday morning, sending muddy plumes.
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) officials described the event as Kablooey!
Researchers installed new monitoring equipment this summer that recorded the eruption under clear skies.
Yellowstone National Park, known for its diverse wildlife, hosts over 10,000 hydrothermal features including more than 500 geysers.

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Story summary

A hot spring at Yellowstone National Park erupted dramatically over the weekend, captured by an official camera.
Black Diamond Pool erupted Saturday morning, sending muddy plumes.
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) officials described the event as Kablooey!
Researchers installed new monitoring equipment this summer that recorded the eruption under clear skies.
Yellowstone National Park, known for its diverse wildlife, hosts over 10,000 hydrothermal features including more than 500 geysers.