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flag A 7.0-magnitude earthquake hit near Seattle on January 15, 2026, causing shaking, minor damage, and power outages but no deaths.

flag A powerful 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck near Seattle on January 15, 2026, triggering widespread shaking and registering on regional seismographs. flag The quake, dubbed the "Beast Quake" by locals, originated 12 miles beneath the surface along the Seattle Fault. flag Seismic data showed strong P-waves followed by intense S-waves, with peak ground motion recorded at 0.4g. flag The tremor was felt across western Washington, including Tacoma and Everett, and caused minor structural damage and power outages. flag Emergency crews responded quickly, reporting no fatalities but several injuries. flag Scientists say the event underscores the region’s seismic risk and the need for improved infrastructure resilience.

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