As a Kelvin wave reaches California and makes headlines up and down the West Coast, island residents might wonder whether we need to worry about these waves causing damage here on Vashon.

This note is very long. If you are short on time, I would be happy if you could at least read the "Afterword" at the ...

The state’s laws and curbs aimed at protecting the hills to prevent landslides are being systematically dismantled.

Today, 25 years after the 2001 anthrax attacks, the biological threat landscape is becoming even riskier. It’s time for ...

IntroductionWhile researching the mega-solar issue in the Kushiro Wetland, I became interested in the theme of "How does ...

External events pose significant challenges to nuclear installations, particularly when natural and human induced hazards occur in combination, leading to complex and increased risks. The Fukushima ...