Residents are urged to secure household items, maintain emergency kits, and participate in statewide drills such as the Great Washington ShakeOut. Emphasis remains on the “drop, cover, and hold on” approach to minimize harm during an earthquake.

A series of earthquakes has rattled the Pacific Northwest in recent weeks, raising concerns. A local expert says it's nothing to worry about.

A 4.5 magnitude earthquake by Orcas Island was the largest to hit Washington since 2020. Here’s how you can prepare for even a minor quake.

A preliminary earthquake measuring 3.9 on the Richter scale hit 31.1 kilometers southeast of Port Angeles, Washington near the Olympic National Park.

Shaking was felt across northwestern Washington early Monday morning as an earthquake struck the San Juan Islands region near the border with Canada. The 4.5-magnitude earthquake occurred at about 5:02 a.m. and was centered about six miles east of Orcas Island, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

A moderate earthquake in the San Juan Islands jostled Whatcom County residents awake early Monday, rattling dishes and triggering an app-based warning system.

Learn how to prepare for disasters like earthquakes, volcanoes, and wildfires in Washington state with these safety tips and strategies. Topics such as power outages during extreme weather and cold-water safety highlight the need for adequate planning and equipment. Community systems also play a role in resilience.