Skip to main content
U.S. flag

An official website of the United States government

Photo showing tan dust thrown from narrow, preexisting crack

Detailed Description

Photo showing tan dust thrown from narrow, preexisting crack during methane explosion 10 seconds after left image was taken. Explosion rolled across area, uplifting ground even under and across flow shown to left. Only fine sand-sized particles were emitted from cracks; no flames were seen, though flames came from cracks during later methane explosions in area.

Sources/Usage

Public Domain.