In response to public feedback, the landslide hazard maps are now more generic in the draft — without severity ratings.

Alaska's Iliamna Volcano last erupted in 1867 and was caught shaking from frequent small earthquakes, which were unlikely to ...

In the past century, scientists have observed more rockfalls and avalanches in the Alps, a looming threat to nearby villages.

Skagway was the very first incorporated city in Alaska, and it will celebrate that accomplishment on June 28 with a town ...

Geoscientists have published a large review paper in the journal Science that highlights the capacity of current models to ...

Dozens of fire chiefs, city planners, tribal natural resource managers and other officials from across Southeast Alaska were set to gather last month for a second annual landslide conference. But ...

It’s been over a year since a landslide devastated the Wrangell community, killing six people. Last month, geologists presented their work from a visit to the slide over the summer.

Debris left behind from a 2022 landslide, on Gastineau Avenue in Juneau on Sept. 26, 2024. Deadly landslides are increasing around the world, but in parts of Alaska, maps of the hazards remain ...

Deadly landslides are increasing around the world. But in parts of Alaska, maps of the hazards remain controversial. Listen to this article · 9:49 min Learn more Share full article 187 ...

A landslide in southern Alaska on Sunday left one person dead and several others injured, and some residents have been ordered to evacuate as officials warn another slide could strike nearby.

A landslide in southern Alaska on Sunday left one person dead and several others injured, and some residents have been ordered to evacuate as officials warn another slide could strike nearby.