M 3.1 Earthquake Strikes 270 km West of Taholah, Washington
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A magnitude 3.1 earthquake occurred 270 km west of Taholah, Washington, at a depth of 10 km on June 25, 2026, at 04:24:00 UTC. No tsunami advisory was issued.
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This notice was issued by USGS on April 12, 2026 and geographically references Washington Coast. Its severity classification of "low" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Earthquakes - determines the monitoring protocol behind it, which shapes what follow-up action (checking for structural damage, watching for aftershocks, reviewing local building codes) is relevant and which agency holds authority over the assessment.
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What Happened
A magnitude 3.1 ml earthquake occurred 270 km west of Taholah, Washington, at a depth of 10 km. The event took place on June 25, 2026, at 04:24:00 UTC.
Location Details
The earthquake was centered at coordinates 47.0056° N, 127.822° W, approximately 270 km west of Taholah in Washington. At a depth of 10 km, this is considered a shallow earthquake, which can result in stronger shaking near the epicenter compared to deeper events.
Impact Assessment
There have been no felt reports for this earthquake, and no tsunami advisory has been issued.
What You Should Know
Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage. It is possible for aftershocks to occur, and individuals in the area should follow basic safety tips, such as securing heavy objects and knowing how to drop, cover, and hold on during shaking.
Source
Information from the United States Geological Survey (USGS): https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/us6000sphu
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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