Magnitude 2.6 earthquake felt near Winthrop, WA
A magnitude 2.6 earthquake struck near Winthrop on Sunday morning.
A magnitude 2.6 earthquake struck near Winthrop on Sunday morning.
Magnitude 3.0 earthquake in Oregon felt in southwest WA
A magnitude 3.0 earthquake struck near Columbia City, Oregon and was reportedly felt by people living around the Oregon-Washington border.
A magnitude 3.0 earthquake struck near Columbia City, Oregon and was reportedly felt by people living around the Oregon-Washington border.
WA responders prepare for 'The Big One' emergency response
If a 9.0 magnitude earthquake and tsunami hits Washington, emergency responders and agencies across the state are simulating their response if a major disaster were to strike.
If a 9.0 magnitude earthquake and tsunami hits Washington, emergency responders and agencies across the state are simulating their response if a major disaster were to strike.
If 'The Big One' hits, can Washington get help where it’s needed?
If a powerful earthquake and tsunami cuts off roads, how would responders get medical supplies to those in need? Washington agencies are simulating that exact scenario.
If a powerful earthquake and tsunami cuts off roads, how would responders get medical supplies to those in need? Washington agencies are simulating that exact scenario.
Students participate in 'Great Washington ShakeOut' safety drill
Students in Seattle and across Washington state participated in "The Great Washington ShakeOut," a yearly drill designed to get the community prepared for earthquakes.
Students in Seattle and across Washington state participated in "The Great Washington ShakeOut," a yearly drill designed to get the community prepared for earthquakes.
Great Washington ShakeOut: Coastal tsunami risks
The largest earthquake drill took place at 10:15 a.m. Thursday. Joining FOX 13 Seattle's Brian MacMillan is Dr. Yong Wei, a UW senior research scientist, to discuss the potential "big one" and overall preparedness.
The largest earthquake drill took place at 10:15 a.m. Thursday. Joining FOX 13 Seattle's Brian MacMillan is Dr. Yong Wei, a UW senior research scientist, to discuss the potential "big one" and overall preparedness.
WA schools participate in Great WA ShakeOut
Organizers emphasize that while simultaneous participation at 10:15 a.m. is encouraged, individuals, schools, businesses, and organizations can register their drill for any date and time during the year. Groups can also conduct drills remotely using video conferencing tools.
Organizers emphasize that while simultaneous participation at 10:15 a.m. is encouraged, individuals, schools, businesses, and organizations can register their drill for any date and time during the year. Groups can also conduct drills remotely using video conferencing tools.
T-Mobile shares disaster preparedness
Salim Kouidri, T-mobile Engineering Operations SVP, is on Good Day Seattle to talk about being prepared during an emergency.
Salim Kouidri, T-mobile Engineering Operations SVP, is on Good Day Seattle to talk about being prepared during an emergency.
Earthquake drill: The Great WA ShakeOut happening Thursday
Millions globally, including over 1.5 million Washington state residents, will participate in the annual International ShakeOut Day drill on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026.
Millions globally, including over 1.5 million Washington state residents, will participate in the annual International ShakeOut Day drill on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026.
Magnitude 2.7 earthquake hits near Snoqualmie ahead of WA ShakeOut drill
A magnitude 2.7 earthquake was felt near Snoqualmie, Washington, on Wednesday evening.
A magnitude 2.7 earthquake was felt near Snoqualmie, Washington, on Wednesday evening.
Aftershocks follow 4.2-magnitude earthquake near Gig Harbor, WA
In the days following a 4.2-magnitude earthquake in Gig Harbor, at least four aftershocks were too small to feel, according to the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network.
In the days following a 4.2-magnitude earthquake in Gig Harbor, at least four aftershocks were too small to feel, according to the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network.
Aftershocks follow 4.2 earthquake near Gig Harbor
Roughly 10,000 Washingtonians reported feeling a 4.2 magnitude earthquake that struck near Gig Harbor two weeks ago. But at least four aftershocks followed, though they were too small to feel.
Roughly 10,000 Washingtonians reported feeling a 4.2 magnitude earthquake that struck near Gig Harbor two weeks ago. But at least four aftershocks followed, though they were too small to feel.
Great Washington ShakeOut 2026: What to know about the statewide drill on Oct. 15
In Washington state alone, more than 1.5 million participants are registered for the Great Washington ShakeOut, a statewide event centered around the life-saving "Drop, Cover and Hold On" action.
In Washington state alone, more than 1.5 million participants are registered for the Great Washington ShakeOut, a statewide event centered around the life-saving "Drop, Cover and Hold On" action.
Massive 7.6-magnitude earthquake strikes Panama, triggering aftershocks
A massive magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck Panama on Friday, and two earthquakes with magnitudes greater than 5.0 followed.
A massive magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck Panama on Friday, and two earthquakes with magnitudes greater than 5.0 followed.
4.2 magnitude earthquake jolts WA. What are the chances of an aftershock?
Over 9,000 felt Tuesday's earthquake. Now, USGS seismologists have released an official forecast detailing the chances of aftershocks.
Over 9,000 felt Tuesday's earthquake. Now, USGS seismologists have released an official forecast detailing the chances of aftershocks.
Washington residents rattled after 4.2 earthquake shakes Puget Sound
Many residents across western Washington were startled after a 4.8-magnitude earthquake struck in Kitsap County on Tuesday, with thousands across the region reporting feeling a shake.
Many residents across western Washington were startled after a 4.8-magnitude earthquake struck in Kitsap County on Tuesday, with thousands across the region reporting feeling a shake.
WA residents rattled after 4.2 magnitude earthquake shakes Puget Sound
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck Kitsap County on Tuesday afternoon, shaking homes and rattling windows across parts of the Puget Sound region.
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck Kitsap County on Tuesday afternoon, shaking homes and rattling windows across parts of the Puget Sound region.
Washington’s shakiest decade: Four earthquakes in 10 years left a deadly toll
A major earthquake on the Seattle Fault could send a tsunami into Elliott Bay, and while such an event is rare, scientists say Washington's history of seismic activity is rarely at regular intervals.
A major earthquake on the Seattle Fault could send a tsunami into Elliott Bay, and while such an event is rare, scientists say Washington's history of seismic activity is rarely at regular intervals.
A look back at Seattle's long history with earthquakes
As a 4.2 magnitude earthquake had many in the greater Seattle area chirping on social media, a major discussion is happening at DNR over a major Seattle fault earthquake.
As a 4.2 magnitude earthquake had many in the greater Seattle area chirping on social media, a major discussion is happening at DNR over a major Seattle fault earthquake.
4.2 magnitude earthquake reported in Kitsap County, WA
Thousands reported feeling a 4.2 magnitude earthquake that struck in Kitsap County on Tuesday.
Thousands reported feeling a 4.2 magnitude earthquake that struck in Kitsap County on Tuesday.