Ancient Supervolcano Discovered Beneath Eastern England Coastline

Geologists have identified a massive dormant supervolcano system hidden beneath the seabed off eastern England. The discovery provides new insights into the region's volcanic history and potential geological hazards.

28 Aug, 05:47 — 28 Aug, 16:20

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Advances in high-resolution seismic reflection imaging have enabled geologists to map subsurface structures previously obscured by thick sedimentary deposits across the region. This finding reshapes understanding of the UK’s deep geological history, offering critical data for assessing long-term crustal stability, reconstructing past tectonic events, and guiding future resource exploration.

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