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The 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens had a profound impact on how we live with active volcanoes. Looking back over the last four decades, we have...

Whether you find them cute or not, amphibians are important. Although they’re often out of sight, that doesn’t mean they should be out of mind.

In recognition of National Hurricane Preparedness Week, which is April 30 to May 6 this year, learn how scientists are looking back thousands of years...

A previously overlooked, potential geologic source of energy could increase the renewability and lower the carbon footprint of our nation’s energy...

U.S. Geological Survey streamgages provide vital information to the public and decision-makers for a diverse set of needs.

The story of the damaging Long Beach earthquake on March 10, 1933.

A U.S. Geological Survey study finds that geothermal energy development contributes to population declines of greater sage-grouse.  A new tool can...

A new USGS study has big implications for climate change mitigation plans to reduce greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

Each March, Women’s History Month commemorates the trailblazers, visionaries and notable women who have forever changed the world.

Meet Camille Hopkins, the Wildlife Disease Coordinator for the USGS Ecosystems Mission Area. Learn how she became a leader in her field and her advice...