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The Cascadia Subduction Zone looks a little different than researchers thought. Here's what that means for 'The Big One'
Newly-released research led by the University of Washington (UW) showed that a feature scientists hypothesized was present ...
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Understanding the Cascadia Subduction Zone's Potential to Trigger a Devastating Mega-Tsunami
The Cascadia Subduction Zone, which is a 600-mile-wide fault system extending from Northern California to Vancouver Island, ...
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What You Know About “The Washington ‘Quake” Is About To Change
New research, led by the University of Washington, reveals new information about the Cascadia Subduction Zone will force a ...
9 articles about recent Washington earthquake activity and preparedness efforts
Washington state has seen several recent earthquakes ranging from small tremors near Tacoma and Vashon Island to larger quakes off the west coast. This list of stories illustrates the region's seismic ...
Scientists Warn That Massive Flooding and Tsunamis Could Hit 3 Major Regions in the U.S.
A new study from researchers at Virginia Tech says that there is an increased risk of flooding and tsunamis in the Pacific ...
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New study suggests major PNW earthquake could make ground sink up to 6 feet
When Washingtonians talk about the possibility of a major earthquake in the Cascadia Subduction Zone ... who is also the designated Washington State Seismologist, told McClatchy in a phone ...
Monster earthquake could sink swath of California, dramatically heightening flood risk, study says
A long-feared monster earthquake off the coast of California, Oregon and Washington could cause some areas to sink by more ...
Mega-Tsunami Threat Could Devastate Northern California, Oregon and Washington, Study Warns
Experts warn of a potential mega-tsunami threatening Northern California, Oregon, and Washington. This catastrophic wave ...
8 stories on Washington’s extreme weather, including earthquakes
A collection of recent reports highlights extreme weather events and seismic activity affecting Washington state communities, emphasizing the challenges posed by nature’s volatility.