This 2023 satellite photo shows the heart-shaped Spirit Lake, which was transformed by the cataclysmic eruption of Mount St.

by George Waldenberger, KOMO News Meteorologist TOPICS: For many, the word “eruption” brings to mind 1980 when Mount Saint Helens demonstrated that the Washington Cascades are one of the most ...

and 3,000 times as powerful as the eruption of Mount Saint Helens in 1980. Thus, the sonic boom from Toba must have been deafening to animals and people for many miles around and must have bounced ...

The Birth of a Lake boardwalk trail is pictured at Coldwater Lake on Thursday, Jan. 23. "This short, accessible boardwalk trail explores the creation of Coldwater Lake," the U.S. Forest Service states ...

For many, the word “eruption” brings to mind 1980 when Mount Saint Helens demonstrated that the Washington Cascades are one of the most volcanically active parts of the country. Mount Saint ...

OLYMPIA, Wash. — Washington state lawmakers will consider adding up to seven new license plate designs to the available selection during this legislative session. Some have been up for ...

After the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens devastated the local environment ... are still allowing plant life to thrive in the area. “These trees have their own mycorrhizal fungi that picked ...

Then, view unbelievable before and after photos of the Mount St. Helens eruption in 1980. Amber Morgan is an Editorial Fellow for All That's Interesting. She graduated from the University of Florida ...

Explore the landmarks of Washington State, from majestic mountains to stunning glaciers. Discover the natural beauty of 'The ...

ON THE rare occasions it’s not raining, mountains can be seen in the distance from many vantage points in Seattle.