Yellowstone Volcano Observatory 2024 Annual Report

Circular 1566
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Abstract

The Yellowstone Volcano Observatory (YVO) monitors volcanic and hydrothermal activity associated with the Yellowstone magmatic system, carries out research into magmatic processes occurring beneath Yellowstone Caldera, and issues timely warnings and guidance related to potential future geologic hazards. YVO is a collaborative consortium that includes the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Yellowstone National Park, University of Utah, University of Wyoming, Montana State University, EarthScope Consortium, Wyoming State Geological Survey, Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology, and Idaho Geological Survey. The USGS component of YVO also has the operational responsibility for monitoring volcanic activity in the Intermountain West of the United States, including Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, and Colorado. This report summarizes the activities and findings of YVO during the year 2024, focusing on the Yellowstone volcanic system.

Suggested Citation

Yellowstone Volcano Observatory, 2026, Yellowstone Volcano Observatory 2024 annual report: U.S. Geological Survey Circular 1566, 44 p., https://doi.org/10.3133/cir1566.

ISSN: 2330-5703 (online)

ISSN: 1067-084X (print)

Table of Contents

  • Introduction
  • YVO Activities
  • Seismology
  • Geodesy
  • Geochemistry
  • Geology
  • Heat Flow Studies
  • Hydrothermal Explosions
  • Geysers, Hot Springs, and Thermal Areas
  • Communications and Outreach
  • Summary
  • 2024 Publications
  • References Cited
Publication type Report
Publication Subtype USGS Numbered Series
Title Yellowstone Volcano Observatory 2024 annual report
Series title Circular
Series number 1566
DOI 10.3133/cir1566
Publication Date April 09, 2026
Year Published 2026
Language English
Publisher U.S. Geological Survey
Publisher location Reston, VA
Contributing office(s) Volcano Science Center
Description Report: vi, 44 p.
Online Only (Y/N) N
Additional Online Files (Y/N) Y
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