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A magnitude 6.8 earthquake struck the Puget Sound region on Feb. 28th at 10:55 AM.
The epicenter was NE of Olympia, in the Nisqually delta area. Many buildings were damaged and numerous landslides occurred.
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Additional landslides may occur
The February 28th earthquake triggered numerous landslides throughout the Puget Sound
region. Additional landslides may be possible. In 1949, three days after an earthquake struck Olympia, a large landslide occurred
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New rains may trigger new slides
The recent earthquake occurred during an unusually dry winter. New rains, however, may trigger additional slides. Avoid allowing runoff to enter areas of earthquake disturbance.
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Get help if you have concerns
If you live near steep slopes or in a landslide prone area, carefully
inspect the area around your home for signs of earth movement, cracks,
significant changes in seepage, etc. If you have concerns, contact local
officials or a geotechnical professional.
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Earthquake Information, Washington State Emergency Management.
Emergency and preparedness Information.
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What to look for during and after heavy rains, USGS.
Where landslides occur, warning signs, and what to do.
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Landslides and Mudflows,
FEMA.
Landslide danger signs, what to do.
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Earthquake in Washington,
USGS Earthquake Hazards Program.
Earthquake information, intensity map, and news links.
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Emergency Highway Closures,
Washington State DOT.
An updated list of road closures.
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Pacific Northwest Earthquake Information,
Pacific Northwest Seismograph Network.
Earthquake information, links, and seismograph displays.
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King County Office of Emergency Management.
Disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery.
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Kitsap County Department of Emergency Management.
Kitsap County emergency and disaster information and links.
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Mason County Department of Emergency Management.
Mason County emergency and disaster information and links.
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Pierce County Department of Emergency Management.
Emergency information and links for Pierce County.
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Thurston County Division of Emergency Management.
Emergency and disaster resources for Thurston County.
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