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To: machogirl; Steve Van Doorn
Would there be other changes such as release of gas (sulfur) or more “hot spots” on the ground that are new, before an eruption? or would the changes not appear in time to matter anyway?

I am a geologist and a native Montanan, I've followed the activity in the park most of my life. Here is the YVO interpretation of the swarm's significance (from Jan 28)

Yellowstone Volcano Observatory scientists still consider that the swarm events are likely the result of slip on pre-existing faults and are not thought to be caused by underground movement of magma. Currently there is no indication of premonitory volcanic or hydrothermal activity, but ongoing observations and analyses will continue to evaluate these different sources.

Earthquake swarms are common for the park. This one is unusual for the number - but also because of the enhanced intrumenation in the park to monitor them. Interesting, but I wouldn't cancel my trip to the park this summer over it.

246 posted on 02/03/2010 10:07:23 AM PST by Godzilla (3-7-77)
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To: Godzilla

So this is just a “Rumbling” as in my Intestines? ;)


249 posted on 02/03/2010 11:56:16 AM PST by machogirl (First they came for my tagline.)
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To: Godzilla
Next time read the post before you comment.
thank you
262 posted on 02/03/2010 2:16:58 PM PST by Steve Van Doorn (*in my best Eric cartman voice* 'I love you guys')
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