"Right now, this swarm is still within what we consider normal background levels of activity at Mount Rainier," the USGS said. "Based on our observations, we think the most likely cause of the ...

NEAR MT. RAINIER, Wash. — Once again, some persuasive pictures of Mount Rainier have led a few to wonder if the volcano was beginning to erupt earlier this month. Spoiler alert: no, Mount ...

A comparison of two photos submitted by Nanfito, each depicting a similar view of Emmons Glacier - the largest glacier on Mount Rainier - shows far more ice in August 1997 than in September 2024.

Mount Saint Helens, Mount Adams, Mount Baker, and Glacier Peak are four of the active volcanoes in Washington state. The fifth, located less than 70 miles from Seattle, is Mount Rainier.

Avid Mount Rainier hiker and photographer Donovan Tracy has captured about 250 wildflower species around the mountain. Here are some of his favorite hikes.

PIERCE COUNTY, Wash. (KATU) — A swarm of more than 300 earthquakes has now been recorded at Mount Rainier. There have been 334 quakes recorded since the swarm began on July 8, making this swarm ...

Pacific NW Magazine Mount Rainier makes a beautiful backdrop for four sky divers at JBLM show Aug. 9, 2023 at 7:00 am Updated Aug. 9, 2023 at 7:00 am ...

The snowcapped peak of Mount Rainier, which towers 4.3 kilometers (2.7 miles) above sea level in Washington state, has not produced a significant volcanic eruption in the past 1,000 years.

Glacier loss on Mount Rainier accelerates, altering ecosystems and traditions. Tribal members report shrinking salmon runs and warming rivers Artists and climbers document visible glacier retreat ...

People sit along the Ruston Way Waterfront with a view of Mount Rainier in the background as they wait for the fireworks show to begin during Tacoma’s 4th of July Summer Blast in Tacoma, Wash ...

Mount Rainier is pictured Sept. 21, 2023, at Mount Rainier National Park, from Sunrise, Wash. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson, File) Hundreds of small earthquakes have rattled Mount Rainier this week in ...