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An ancient 'supervolcano' has been found hiding beneath eastern England. But experts say there's not enough evidence to call it that.

VolcanoLow Live Science · Sep 3, 2026

An ancient 'supervolcano' has been found hiding beneath eastern England. But experts say there's not enough evidence to call it that.

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The discovery of an ancient supervolcano beneath eastern England could reshape understanding of the region's geological history.

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Severity10%

Urgency10%

Importance50%

Sentiment: neutral#science

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Norfolk Lincolnshire England

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