A massive landslide in Glacier Bay National Park more than a week ago is exciting scientists around the world for the way it was the detected, the images of the slide and the sheer magnitude of it.
Science & Tech
Political solution sought for China geoduck ban
The ban has been in place since mid-December, when Chinese officials claimed they found high toxin and arsenic levels in geoducks from Washington State and from dive areas around Ketchikan.
Geese in Petroleum Reserve find new habitat amid melting sea ice
The U.S. Geological Survey says melting Beaufort sea ice is creating new habitat for geese on the North Slope. That could have implications for conservation inside the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska.
Satellite data confirms sea ice-climate change link for first time
Observable sea ice data shows striking differences from previous climate computer models.
Freeze and thaw: What this winter’s weather means for Juneau gardeners
January was the warmest and wettest on record in Juneau. While many people enjoyed the mild weather, some plants and insects were jolted out of hibernation.
Budget cuts shrink AVO’s seismic network
The ability to monitor several volcano’s in Alaska is being diminished due to funding constraints.





