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‘Larger swarm than anything we’ve seen’: Rainier quakes reach historic levels
The so-called earthquake swarm at Mount Rainier dwindled Friday but has surpassed the last large event at the volcano in 2009 ...
Scientists Detected a “Swarm” of Earthquakes Below Mount Rainier
More than 300 tremors were recorded below Mount Rainier over the course of three days. Scientists say they were too weak for ...
Timed entry reservations now required for Mount Rainier’s Sunrise Corridor
It’s that time of year again-- the Sunrise Corridor at Mount Rainier National Park is opening for its short season.
Mount Rainier has seen hundreds of earthquakes this week. Is it safe to visit?
The series of earthquakes is the first major swarm of seismic events since 2009. Is it safe if you’re planning on visiting?
Why Arches National Park is putting its controversial reservation program on hold
As national parks throughout the country receive more visitors than ever, a handful are turning to reservation programs to ...
Largest earthquake yet hits Mount Rainier amid ongoing swarm
A magnitude 2.3 earthquake was recorded under Mount Rainier on Wednesday, the strongest yet in a swarm of over 229 quakes this week. USGS says there's no signs of impending eruption.
'Swarm' of earthquakes at Mount Rainier not cause for concern, officials say
WASHINGTON, USA — A "swarm" of small earthquakes near the summit of Mount Rainier Tuesday is no cause for concern, according ...