Watch: Snowboarder outruns avalanche on Mount Washington

Footage from an observatory captures the snowboarder's near encounter with the avalanche in New Hampshire.

VIDEO: Enormous Florida alligator wanders golf course

A Florida woman recently captured a video of an enormous alligator wandering about a golf course at Stonegate Oaks in Kissimmee.

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A Florida woman recently captured a video of an enormous alligator wandering about a golf course at Stonegate Oaks in Kissimmee. The alligator can be seen walking a few yards at a time before then deciding to lay down and take a break in the spring sunshine. (Credit: Shirley Schultz)

VIDEO: Hungry alligator blocks Florida pizza delivery driver from reaching customer's door

While delivering a pizza to a hungry customer in Bradenton, Florida, the driver faced an unexpected surprise: an 8-foot alligator! What unfolded next was captured on a police officer’s body camera.

Bear hunt backlash: FWC to hear public comment on first proposed bear hunt in 10 years

The controversial topic of bear hunting is back up for discussion in Florida. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is hosting a virtual public meeting to gauge the public’s interest in hosting their first bear hunt in 10 years.

Alaska’s Mount Spurr could erupt in weeks, scientists warn

Scientists warn that Alaska’s Mount Spurr is showing signs of increased activity and could erupt in the coming weeks or months. An eruption could lead to widespread ashfall in Anchorage and surrounding areas, potentially disrupting flights at one of the world’s busiest cargo airports.

Spike in marine animal deaths alarms Brevard County beachgoers

Brevard County beaches are seeing an alarming spike in marine animal strandings, with sea turtles, stingrays, and fish washing ashore — some dead, others sick.

Billions of buzzing cicadas will emerge across multiple states this spring

The last time this brood of cicadas saw the sun, President George W. Bush was nearing the end of his presidency and Apple was about to launch the App Store.

What is hantavirus pulmonary syndrome?

The cause of death for Betsy Arakawa, actor Gene Hackman's wife, was revealed to be hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, a rare infectious disease.

US butterfly populations declining at 'catastrophic' rate—experts warn it's a 'bad sign for us'

A new study finds butterfly populations in the US have dropped 22% since 2000 due to pesticides, habitat loss, and climate change. Scientists warn the decline could have major consequences for ecosystems.

You can eat these 5 invasive animals to help population control, US Fish & Wildlife Service says

An invasive species is an introduced non-native organism that begins to spread or expand its range from an original introduction and can possibly harm the environment, economy or human health.

Deputies discover Boa Constrictor snake in front seat of Florida man's car during arrest

Florida deputies made an alarming discovery when they responded to a complaint about a vehicle illegally dumping half a ton of yard waste along the river bank: a Boa Constrictor snake in the front seat of the car.