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Yahoo
27-02-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
2.9 magnitude earthquake strikes Kitsap County
This story was originally published on A small earthquake occurred just north of Bremerton in Kitsap County at approximately 6:15 a.m. The Pacific Northwest Seismic Network reported a 2.9 magnitude earthquake hit about 15 miles below the surface. It occurred one mile outside of Tracyton, with its epicenter just west of the Illahee Preserve. Related on MyNorthwest: WA flirts with first 60-degree days of 2025 There are no reports of any damage, as of this reporting. The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) stated that earthquakes happen in Washington nearly every day, but most of them are too small to be felt by a person. Due to the state's geologic setting, Washington has the second highest risk in the U.S. of experiencing a large and damaging earthquake because of its geologic setting. This is the third minuscule earthquake to hit western Washington over the past week. A magnitude 3.4 earthquake happened two miles outside of Lake Holm on Feb. 22 near Auburn. Two days later, at approximately 11:15 p.m., a magnitude 2.5 earthquake occurred one mile from Lakeland North. More on MyNorthwest: Stormy weekend helps shrink rain deficit in Western Washington — But is it enough? On Feb. 21, a 4.8 magnitude earthquake shook British Columbia. Check MyNorthwest's Earthquake Tracker to stay informed and up-to-date on any earthquakes in the Pacific Northwest. Frank Sumrall is a content editor at MyNorthwest and producer of the Seattle Seahawks podcast, The Reset with Gee Scott. You can read his stories here and you can email him here.
Yahoo
27-02-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
2.9 magnitude earthquake strikes Kitsap County
This story was originally published on A small earthquake occurred just north of Bremerton in Kitsap County at approximately 6:15 a.m. The Pacific Northwest Seismic Network reported a 2.9 magnitude earthquake hit about 15 miles below the surface. It occurred one mile outside of Tracyton, with its epicenter just west of the Illahee Preserve. Related on MyNorthwest: WA flirts with first 60-degree days of 2025 There are no reports of any damage, as of this reporting. The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) stated that earthquakes happen in Washington nearly every day, but most of them are too small to be felt by a person. Due to the state's geologic setting, Washington has the second highest risk in the U.S. of experiencing a large and damaging earthquake because of its geologic setting. This is the third minuscule earthquake to hit western Washington over the past week. A magnitude 3.4 earthquake happened two miles outside of Lake Holm on Feb. 22 near Auburn. Two days later, at approximately 11:15 p.m., a magnitude 2.5 earthquake occurred one mile from Lakeland North. More on MyNorthwest: Stormy weekend helps shrink rain deficit in Western Washington — But is it enough? On Feb. 21, a 4.8 magnitude earthquake shook British Columbia. Check MyNorthwest's Earthquake Tracker to stay informed and up-to-date on any earthquakes in the Pacific Northwest. Frank Sumrall is a content editor at MyNorthwest and producer of the Seattle Seahawks podcast, The Reset with Gee Scott. You can read his stories here and you can email him here.
Yahoo
29-01-2025
- Yahoo
One dead in fatal fire at Everett apartment complex
A fire broke out at a four-plex apartment complex in Everett overnight, the Everett Fire Department confirmed, killing one person. The fire was first reported at approximately 9:40 p.m. after neighbors reported flames coming from one of the apartment windows. The fire came from a bottom-floor apartment and was extinguished within 15 minutes of the fire department's arrival. More from Everett: Dozens of Everett city employees may get cut due to new budget Everett Fire was able to keep the flames from spreading to neighboring units, and no other residents within the complex were displaced. 'Upon entering the unit, they found an unresponsive adult female,' Everett Fire stated in a release. 'Paramedics and emergency medical personnel immediately began performing CPR and administering life-saving measures. Unfortunately, despite their efforts lasting over 45 minutes, the individual was pronounced deceased at the scene.' The Marysville Fire District, Snohomish Regional Fire and Rescue, and Snohomish Fire District 4 were able to provide swift assistance to Everett Fire. The Everett Fire Marshal's Office is investigating the origin and cause of the fire. The Snohomish County Medical Examiner will confirm the identity of the deceased and determine the cause and manner of death. More from Everett: Teen driver trying to outrun police in Everett hits 5 people, kills 3 'Our deepest condolences go out to the family, friends, and all those affected by this tragic incident,' Everett Fire continued. 'The Everett Fire Department would like to remind everyone of the importance of working smoke alarms in their home. They are a key part of a home fire escape plan, giving you early warning so you can evacuate quickly.' Frank Sumrall is a content editor at MyNorthwest and producer of the Seattle Seahawks podcast, The Reset with Gee Scott. You can read his stories here and you can email him here.
