May 18, 1980 — Kid Valley In the Toutle Valley, mud was on the move Sunday afternoon. Eyewitnesses near Weyerhaeuser’s Camp 19 compared the mudflow to fresh mortar, carrying debris that didn’t belong in a river. Longview Daily News photographer Roger Werth later described the “chocolate” flood from a helicopter and photographed mud surrounding homes and barns at Maple Flat. Three days later, a Daily News reporter flew over the Toutle and Cowlitz valleys and wrote the difference wasn’t just what

Replying to @UpWeGo2 Hiking in the blast zone of Mount St. Helens offers a unique experience, showcasing the dramatic landscape shaped by the 1980 eruption. Trails wind through areas of rugged beauty, where you can witness the resilience of nature as new growth replaces the scorched earth. It's a fascinating mix of history, geology, and the thrill of exploring a once-devastated region now rich with wildlife and stunning views. Perfect for adventure seekers and nature lovers! #parktok #mountainto