(National Park Service)The Steamboat Geyser at Yellowstone National Park can spout 300 feet of scalding water into the air, a feature of the world’s tallest active geyser. Though scientists say the reasons for the eruptions are unclear, officials at the Yellowstone Volcano Observatory cautioned that the geyser activity is not a sign of impending doom. Tourists view the Morning Glory hot spring in the Upper Geyser Basin of Yellowstone National Park. But since most geysers produce erratic activity, the trio of eruptions “might just reflect the randomness of geysers,” Poland said. Scientists will gather next week for a scheduled meeting about research priorities, and Poland expects the Steamboat eruptions to generate discussion.

Source: Washington Post April 29, 2018 18:25 UTC