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