Magnitude 4.5 Earthquake Near Orcas Island Felt by Residents in Bellingham

A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck near Orcas Island early on Monday, felt in Whatcom and Skagit Counties, and even reaching Seattle and southern British Columbia. No damages or casualties have been reported.

In the early hours of Monday morning, residents in Whatcom County were stirred by a 4.5 magnitude earthquake that occurred at the southeast tip of Orcas Island shortly after 5 a.m. The U.S. Geological Survey confirmed this seismic event, which resulted in light shaking being felt across the lowlands of Whatcom and Skagit Counties.

In summary, a magnitude 4.5 earthquake near Orcas Island was felt by residents across a substantial area, including the lowlands of Whatcom and Skagit Counties and as far south as Seattle. Fortunately, there have been no reported damages or injuries following this seismic activity.

Original Source: mybellinghamnow.com