Magnitude 4.5 Earthquake near Orcas Island Shakes Residents Across Washington
A 4.5 magnitude earthquake struck near Orcas Island early Monday, felt in Whatcom and Skagit Counties as well as Seattle and southern British Columbia. No damage or injuries have been reported as of yet.
On Monday morning, Whatcom County residents in Washington were awakened by a notable seismic event. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the earthquake registered a 4.5 magnitude and occurred at approximately 5:00 a.m. near the southeast end of Orcas Island. Reports indicate that light tremors were experienced across the lowland areas of Whatcom and Skagit Counties.
The tremors were felt in cities as far south as Seattle and extended into southern British Columbia, alerting residents over a broad geographic area. Despite the noticeable shaking, emergency services have confirmed that there are currently no reports of damage or injuries linked to the earthquake.
In summary, a magnitude 4.5 earthquake was recorded off the southeast tip of Orcas Island, impacting residents across multiple counties and reaching as far south as Seattle. Fortunately, there have been no reports of damage or casualties, indicating that this tremor, while noticeable, did not result in any significant harm.
Original Source: mybellinghamnow.com
