Brightly Colored Pools
These bodies of water are typically located around geysers in national parks, especially in areas that have active fault lines and moving tectonic plates. These bodies of water occur when magma under the surface intersects with an underground spring. This can either result in a geyser developing, or the surface can break and create one of these pools. The bright blues and oranges come from bacteria that thrive in hot environments, which can make you sick, but they should be the least of your worries. If these pools aren’t actively boiling like a pasta pot, the water is likely just under 212° Fahrenheit. For those who don’t know, first degree burns start to develop when exposed to objects that are 130° Fahrenheit, so this water can truly mess you up.
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