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Supervolcano: Yellowstone's Fury

A hidden world of extreme heat and energy exists beneath the park's stunning landscapes and geothermal wonders, sustained by its unique geological formations that foster a fragile yet resilient ecosystem.

Yellowstone National Park, home to the largest concentration of geysers in the world, sits atop one of the largest volcanic systems on Earth - a supervolcano. Scientists are concerned about the possibility of another eruption, as recent earthquake swarms and increasing magma chamber size suggest the volcano may be overdue. A super volcanic eruption from Yellowstone would be immense, emitting energy equivalent to 1,000 nuclear bombs and potentially triggering a volcanic winter, killing millions, and making most of North America uninhabitable. Experts warn that another eruption is not a question of if, but when.

Info about Supervolcano: Yellowstone's Fury

Studio(s): CBC

Originally Released: United States, Jan 03, 2013

Production Country: Canada

Genres:Documentary