(KNUE-FM) Even as a native Texan, I wasn't aware that the Lone Star State has volcanoes.

Wait, Texas Has What Now?

No, not one or two.

According to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram , Texas is home to hundreds of volcanoes. About 200, actually. But don't fret. At least for now, they are "extinct," and unlikely to start spitting up lava ever again because they don't have a supply of magma.

Well, that's a comforting thought.

Are Texas Volcanoes Dormant or Extinct?

Now, if these volcanoes were "dormant," rather than "extinct," then we might have a little bit more to worry about.

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According to Universe Today , "extinct" volcanoes haven't erupted for thousands of years. So, we're probably okay.

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