Hydrothermal Areas
These scalding waters are often just under a delicate layer of earth, and can cause serious or fatal burns.
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Hydrothermal Areas Details
Some of Yellowstone's most famous and exciting landmarks are hydrothermal, which means that they contain or produce water near or above boiling temperatures. These scalding waters are often just under a delicate layer of earth, and can cause serious or fatal burns. Swimming in water that flows from thermal springs is prohibited for safely and health reasons.
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