Sound Library - Fumaroles

Fumaroles in the Norris Geyser Basin

NPS/Neal Herbert

 

• Fumaroles (small)

  
  

  Fumaroles come in all shapes and sizes. This collection of small vents issues into the outflow of Porcelain Springs, which passes below the boardwalks in the Norris Geyser Basin.

  Duration:

  59 seconds

  Credit / Author:

  NPS/Jennifer Jerrett

  Date created:

  2014-01-31

 

• Fumarole (large)

  
  

  The roar of steam from this unnamed fumarole speaks to the tremendous heat below the Norris Geyser Basin.

  Duration:

  38 seconds

  Credit / Author:

  NPS/Jennifer Jerrett

  Date created:

  2014-01-31

 

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