The Economic Times

14,410-foot Mount Rainier with 25 major glaciers looms over millions in Washington. Scientists fear what would happen if one suddenly collapses like in Nepal

A catastrophic glacier collapse in Nepal has claimed the lives of hundreds, with many still unaccounted for. This tragedy has sparked alarm regarding the potential risks associated with Mount Rainier, which is home to extensive ice reserves. Such reserves have the capacity to generate swift and destructive mudflows, threatening nearby communities. As a result, scientists continue their diligent surveillance of Rainier, a consistent and formidable natural hazard.