This article was published in Scientific American’s former blog network and reflects the views of the author, not necessarily those of Scientific American On Saturday, the Seattle region experienced ...

As one of the most unpredictable natural disasters, University of Oregon geologists are teaming up with institutions nationwide to study them.

SAN RAFAEL, Calif. (KGO) -- A North Bay home was destroyed Tuesday after a mudslide crashed through it. The natural disaster is causing neighbors anxiety and worry. RELATED: Mudslide rips San Rafael ...

LAGOS, Nigeria — A massive landslide in western Sudan has destroyed the village of Tarseen in Darfur and killed as many as 1,000 people, according to local groups. Many of the victims were displaced ...