M 4.1 Earthquake Strikes 281 km WNW of Bandon, Oregon
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A magnitude 4.1 earthquake occurred 281 km west-northwest of Bandon, Oregon, at a depth of 10 km on September 18, 2026, at 03:30 UTC. No felt reports or tsunami advisories have been issued.
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This notice was issued by USGS on May 13, 2026 and geographically references Offshore Oregon. Its severity classification of "medium" 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 4.1 earthquake struck 281 km west-northwest of Bandon, Oregon, at a depth of 10 km. It occurred on September 18, 2026, at 03:30 UTC.
Location Details
The earthquake was located at coordinates 43.6733° N, 127.7953° W, offshore west-northwest of Bandon, Oregon. With a depth of 10 km, it is considered a shallow earthquake, which typically means it is more likely to cause noticeable shaking near the epicenter.
Impact Assessment
There have been no reports of the earthquake being felt, and no tsunami advisory has been issued.
What You Should Know
This light earthquake, with a magnitude of 4.1, may cause noticeable shaking but is unlikely to result in damage. It is possible for aftershocks to occur, so individuals in the area should follow basic safety tips, such as securing objects and knowing to drop, cover, and hold on during shaking.
Source
Information from the United States Geological Survey (USGS): https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/us6000sxeg
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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