The Oregon coast is undeniably alluring. Sandy beaches, rocky cliffs and outcroppings. Waterfalls, water spouts, sand dunes.

Earth bubbles and broils beneath an underwater peak called Axial Seamount, located 480 kilometers (300 miles) off Oregon's ...

The Axial Seamount is predicted to erupt in 2025, presenting a rare opportunity for scientists to test their models—tools that hold the potential to save lives.

according to the map. In northwest Oregon, most of the Willamette Valley is classified as low risk while the edges of the valley and Coast Range mountains to the coast are largely moderate risk.

Oregon scientists are hoping to help the coastal communities survive a major inundation in various ways. One of those is ...