The impending eruption of Alaska's Mt. Spurr is a timely reminder that, if you live near a volcano, you should be prepared in case it blows. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) says there are ...

The most destructive volcanic eruption in United States history happened less than half a century ago in Washington state. On May 18, 1980, the north side of Mount St. Helens, in southwestern ...

In the days since scientists warned that Mount Spurr, Anchorage’s closest volcano, is likely to erupt within “the next few weeks to months,” Southcentral Alaska residents have snapped into preparation ...

New research suggests that this mystery platinum signature underneath the Greenland ice sheet may have originated from a ...

This year’s ozone hole was the 12th largest on record, according to NOAA and NASA. The ozone hole reached a maximum size of 10 million square miles over Antarctica on Sept. 21. Scientists use ...

A volcanic eruption in the Philippines has forced at least 684 schools to close, affecting about 385,000 [1] students, with nine schools converted into evacuation centers, Save the Children said.

Russell has a PhD in the history of medicine, violence, and colonialism. His research has explored topics including ethics, science governance, and medical involvement in violent contexts. Russell has ...

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Pocket gophers are a type of burrowing rodent known for their extensive tunnels. Jerry Kirkhart via Flickr under CC BY 2.0 In May 1980, a magnitude-5.1 earthquake accompanied by an avalanche flipped ...