The Alaska Volcano Observatory says that if the snowcapped volcano erupts, the impacts could include damage to aircraft from ...

The Crater Peak vent, located about 3 miles ... "ice cauldron hydrothermal events" or rather volcanic eruptions that occurred under a glacier and created a depression or "cauldron" on the ice's ...

Mount Spurr, located about 75 miles West of Anchorage, has been acting up in recent weeks, prompting officials at the U.S. Geological Survey and Alaska Volcano Observatory to issue a yellow alert.

With Spurr rumbling near Anchorage, let's look at some of the largest eruptions in the most volcanically active state of the ...

There’s something grounding about walking through places that remind you how old and complex the planet really is. These ...

For thrill-seekers and nature lovers alike, hiking an active or dormant volcano offers an unforgettable adventure filled with ...

In addition to earthquakes, monitoring systems help detect activity at active volcanoes ... 5 they also wanted to improve monitoring at Glacier Peak. The seismic network is partnered with the ...

The tallest visible peak is Snohomish County’s resident volcano, Glacier Peak, at 10,542 feet. But given its greater distance from the lowlands, it only appears on the clearest “three-volcano ...

Grace Hoeman was one of the best mountaineers of the 1960s, but male-dominated climbing groups refused to let her join. When ...

What not to miss: The challenging 5-mile round-trip Lassen Peak Trail offers spectacular views. On a clear day, hikers can see Mt. Shasta, another active volcano ... Carved by a glacier, 1.5 ...