Magnitude 4.5 Earthquake Near Orcas Island Felt by Residents in Bellingham and Beyond

An earthquake measuring 4.5 in magnitude occurred near Orcas Island on Monday morning, shaking areas in Whatcom and Skagit Counties, and even reaching Seattle and southern British Columbia. Fortunately, there are no reports of damage or injuries.

In the early hours of Monday, a 4.5 magnitude earthquake struck the southeast tip of Orcas Island, as reported by the U.S. Geological Survey. The tremor occurred shortly after 5 a.m. and was felt by several residents in Whatcom County, particularly noticeable in the lowlands of Whatcom and Skagit Counties. Additionally, residents as far south as Seattle experienced light shaking, along with reports from southern British Columbia. At this moment, there have been no indications of damage or injuries stemming from the earthquake.

The earthquake near Orcas Island early Monday had a magnitude of 4.5 and was felt by residents in several counties, including Whatcom and Skagit. While there were reports of shaking as far south as Seattle and into southern British Columbia, authorities have confirmed that no damage or casualties have been reported thus far. This event serves as a reminder of the region’s seismic activity but, fortunately, has resulted in no harm.

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