Weathering and Soils: Mass Movement

presentation Movie: Against the Elements: Caught in a Landslide

Could you imagine being close to a landslide like the man in the video from the warm-up? This movie shows a firsthand account of a father and son being chased by a landslide. Watch to find out how scientists are trying to understand this phenomenon.  Think about how the geology of the Pacific Northwest contributes to landslide hazards?

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Elements: Caught in a Landslide