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If the Volcanic Eruption Doesn’t Scare You, the Mudflow Should

Studying tree rings helped scientists pinpoint when Mount Rainier last sent a lahar down its steep slopes, which could help planners anticipate future mudflows.

© Max Whittaker for The New York Times

Knowing the year that the largest mudflow occurred could make it possible to better predict future muddy outbursts.
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