But a general rule of thumb is that wood-frame buildings are generally considered more secure because their flexibility and ...

People reported feeling the earthquake as far as south Pierce County, north of Seattle and around Port Orchard.

January 26 marked the 325th anniversary since the last earthquake struck the Cascadia Subduction Zone. Centuries later, the ancient quake has left clues for scientists to prepare for the next one.

Washington hasn’t seen a major earthquake since the 6.8 magnitude Nisqually earthquake in 2001. The Cascadia Subduction Zone, ...

Cascadia earthquakes are expected every 300-500 years, with the last 9.0 earthquake hitting the region 324 years ago, ...

It was the fourth earthquake with a magnitude of 3.0 or higher to hit the state since Feb. 18, according to USGS, in addition to a 4.8 magnitude quake that hit southern British Columbia. With ...

The last major Cascadia quake struck in 1700, and with an average recurrence interval of 550 years, so that means, the next ...

The quake is a reminder of the seismic activity in the region, where the Cascadia Subduction Zone has been known to produce periodic tremors. Local authorities are monitoring the situation closely.

VANCOUVER - A 5.4-magnitude earthquake rocked British Columbia’s southwest coast on Friday, shaking up residents, and issuing a reminder that the area is seismic zone. Natural Resources Canada ...