The sleeping giant’s destructive potential lies not with fiery flows of lava, ... Scientists fear Washington’s Mount Rainier could trigger a swift debris flow caused by melting snow and ice.

However, lava flow or mudflow impacting the Seattle area would be very unlikely. But in cities closer to the foothills, ... And while Mount Rainier hasn't erupted in 1,000 years, ...

Mount Rainier, the massive ... scientists warn that the primary threat is not lava, ... Unlike traditional volcanic eruptions, lahars-fast-moving flows of water, volcanic debris, ...

Scientists fear Washington’s Mount Rainier could trigger a swift debris flow caused by melting snow and ice. An event could endanger nearby populated areas.

The snowcapped peak of Mount Rainier, which towers 2.7 miles above sea level in Washington\u00a0state, ... The sleeping giant's destructive potential lies not with fiery flows of lava, ...