Science NewsScientists Reveal New Theory of Yellowstone’s Supervolcano HotspotSavePrintTourists view the Morning Glory hot spring in the Upper Geyser Basin of Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming, on May 14, 2016. MARK RALSTON/AFP/Getty ImagesZachary StieberSenior Reporter1/4/2018|Updated: 1/4/2018New research says that the hotspot underlying the Yellowstone supervolcano has a different origin than previously thought.Geologists at the University of Illinois say Yellowstone’s heat is actually being funneled east from the geologically active Pacific Coast.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentZachary StieberSenior ReporterZachary Stieber is a senior reporter for The Epoch Times based in Maryland. He covers U.S. and world news. Contact Zachary at [email protected]Author’s Selected ArticlesTrump Condemns Lack of Jail Time for Teenagers Who Assaulted DOGE StafferOct 16, 2025Tests Find High Levels of Lead in Protein Powders, Shakes: Consumer ReportsOct 16, 202515 Democratic Governors Announce Health Alliance to Counter RFK Jr.Oct 15, 2025South Carolina Reports More Measles Cases, Says Quarantine Is Working to Limit SpreadOct 15, 2025