Earthquakes in Washington

2 earthquakes in the last 24 hours• Latest significant: M2.8

Earthquake Map

Map showing earthquake epicenter at 47.75°, -120.74°

Recent Earthquakes (Last 30 Days)

Dataset at a glance — Washington

Over the past 30 days, Washington has recorded 3 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or greater in our tracker. The remaining 3 fell in the M2.5–M3.9 band. By depth: 3 shallow (<70 km). 1 of the epicenters were offshore. 2 events produced at least one felt report, totalling 222 citizen submissions to the USGS Did You Feel It? system. Focal depths ranged from 4.7 km to 25.8 km. All 3 solutions have been reviewed by a USGS seismologist.

Leading the list is a magnitude 2.8 event near 4 km W of Wauna, Washington at 25.8 km depth, which drew 61 felt reports from the public. The second-ranked event, at magnitude 2.6 near 7 km ENE of Ferndale, Washington, trails by 0.3 magnitude units — a narrow gap, indicating two comparably energetic events in the current window. Rounding out the top three is a magnitude 2.5 earthquake near 4 km WSW of Concrete, Washington.

Each row in the table below includes a narrative summary of the event, ordered by time. Use the column headers to sort or filter by magnitude.

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Time ↓	Mag ↕	Location ↕	Depth ↕	Felt ↕	MMI	Alert	Status	Details
4 days ago 2026-05-29 20:01:52 UTC	2.6ml	7 km ENE of Ferndale, Washington 48.872°, -122.494°	20.4 km	-	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
A magnitude 2.6 earthquake was recorded 7 km ENE of Ferndale, Washington on May 29, 2026 at 20:01 UTC. At a depth of 20.4 km, the event was shallow crustal. Geolocation places the event at 48.872°N, -122.494°E. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.6 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
6 days ago 2026-05-27 22:48:57 UTC	2.8ml	4 km W of Wauna, Washington 47.374°, -122.698°	25.8 km	61	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
On May 27, 2026 at 22:48 UTC, a magnitude 2.8 earthquake struck 4 km W of Wauna, Washington. It is the largest earthquake currently listed for Washington over the past 30 days. 61 people reported feeling the earthquake via the USGS Did You Feel It? system. The hypocenter lay at 25.8 km, placing this in the shallow crustal category. The event was offshore — common for earthquakes along subduction zones and transform plate boundaries. The epicenter is at 47.374°, -122.698°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.8 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.
2026-05-07 2026-05-07 05:20:07 UTC	2.5ml	4 km WSW of Concrete, Washington 48.531°, -121.808°	4.7 km	161	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
Seismographs logged a magnitude 2.5 earthquake 4 km WSW of Concrete, Washington with origin time 05:20 UTC on May 7, 2026. Of every earthquake currently listed for Washington, this one generated the most felt reports from the public. The USGS received 161 felt reports from nearby residents — a notable response for an event of this magnitude. At a depth of just 4.7 km, this was a very shallow event, close enough to the surface that modest magnitudes can produce significant local shaking. Coordinates: 48.531°, -121.808°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.5 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.

Legend:

Mag: Magnitude ({magType} = ml, mb, mw, etc.)

Felt: Number of DYFI felt reports

MMI: Modified Mercalli Intensity (I-X+)

Alert: PAGER alert level

Depth: Shallow (<70km), Intermediate, Deep (>300km)

Status: Auto = preliminary, Reviewed = verified by seismologist

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Earthquake Statistics

Last 24 Hours2

Last 30 Days3

2026 (M2.5+)13

Largest (30 Days)

M2.8

4 km W of Wauna, Washington

6 days ago

Largest in 2026

M3.0

4 km ESE of Cathcart, Washington

2026-02-24

Seismic Risk Level

High

Data from USGS Earthquake Hazards Program. Updated every 5 minutes.

About Washington

Washington State faces significant earthquake risk from the Cascadia Subduction Zone, capable of producing magnitude 9+ earthquakes. The Seattle area also has local fault systems that pose additional risk.

Major Faults:

Cascadia Subduction Zone Seattle

Washington Earthquakes 2026

In 2026, Washington has recorded 13 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or greater so far. The largest earthquake in Washington in 2026 was a magnitude 3.0 event near Cathcart, Washington. As of today, seismic monitoring continues with 2 earthquakes detected in the past 24 hours and 3 in the last 30 days.

Seismic Activity in Washington

Washington has a High seismic risk level based on historical earthquake data and proximity to active fault lines.

Over the past 30 days, there have been 3 recorded earthquakes in this region. The largest recent earthquake was a magnitude 2.8 event near 4 km W of Wauna, Washington.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many earthquakes occur in Washington?

In the past 30 days, 3 earthquakes have been recorded in the Washington region. The number varies based on seismic activity in the area.

What was the biggest recent earthquake in Washington?

The largest recent earthquake in the Washington area was a magnitude 2.8 event that occurred 4 km W of Wauna, Washington.

Is Washington on a fault line?

Yes, Washington is located near major fault systems including the cascadia subduction zone, seattle. These faults contribute to the seismic activity in the region.

Is Washington at risk for earthquakes?

Washington has a high seismic risk level. Washington State faces significant earthquake risk from the Cascadia Subduction Zone, capable of producing magnitude 9+ earthquakes. The Seattle area also has local fault systems that pose additional risk.

How can I prepare for earthquakes in Washington?

Residents should secure heavy furniture, create an emergency kit with supplies for 72 hours, develop a family communication plan, and practice "Drop, Cover, and Hold On" during earthquake drills. Visit our preparedness section for detailed guides.