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A Massive Flow of Rock and Mud Tumbled Down Mount Rainier Centuries Ago. Scientists Pinpointed Its Date to Better Understand the Volcano’s Complex Threats

In a recent study, researchers dated a historic lahar called the Electron Mudflow to the summer of 1507, establishing a way ...
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Here's what caused the swarm of 1,350 earthquakes at WA's Mount Rainier

More than 1,350 earthquakes hit Mount Rainier between July and August. A swarm of earthquakes near a volcano can happen for several reasons. A team of scientists collected data from Rainier to ...
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Mount Rainier National Park's Largest, Deepest Lake Is An Ethereal Paradise To Fish, Camp, And Hike

Mount Rainier has not shown its truly nasty side in ages, fortunately for the entire Pacific Northwest. Its potential for spewing lava and dust is hidden instead by something resembling the serene ...

2 Pacific Northwest spots rank among the most dangerous in the U.S

The Pacific Northwest is home to some of the country’s most scenic hiking destinations, but those breathtaking views can come ...