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Yellowstone's magma source may be closer than thought, reshaping hazard models - Phys.org
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New research indicates Yellowstone's magma source may be closer to the surface than previously thought, which could require revisions to volcanic hazard models and monitoring strategies. The Turkana Rift finding—that crust is thinning to a critical 'necking' stage—reinforces that tectonic and magmatic systems can be more advanced or shallower than assumed, underscoring the need to reassess hazard models and expand observations. A shallower magma body could more directly influence hydrothermal systems and alter the likelihood or character of future unrest.
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