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

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

Two major tsunami that swamped the east coast have been labelled a "missed opportunities", so what do we need to change to be ...

Japan's nuclear plants faced global scrutiny after the devastating 2011 tsunami triggered by a 9.0 magnitude earthquake.

The agency initially gave the magnitude estimate at 6.9, but later revised it down. There were no immediate reports of damage ...

CORVALLIS — The Oregon Department of Forestry today released final versions of statewide wildfire hazard and wildland-urban interface maps developed by Oregon State University scientists.

For decades, Japan’s work culture was synonymous with gruelling hours and self-sacrifice. But a quiet revolution appears to be under way: younger Japanese workers are clocking fewer hours than ...

(Tyler Westfall) Oregon fire experts have finalized their redo of state maps showing wildfire hazard areas, showing that about 1,600 properties are in high-risk spots that could be subject to new ...

By comparing pre- and post-quiescence seismicity, we identify potential earthquake sources and assess associated tsunami hazards. We propose a novel combined ... is based on strong-motion recordings ...

TOKYO (Jiji Press) — Japan plans to map out a strategy within 2025 to boost defense equipment exports by enhancing the international competitiveness of its defense industry. The government aims to ...