Earthquake 6 km SW of Morton, Washington (1.7 ml) (2025-01-21 06:20:21 UTC)

1737440421

46.5137, -122.3298

16.83 KM

A 1.7 magnitude earthquake struck on 6 km SW of Morton, Washington, at 2025-01-21 06:20:21 UTC. Reviewed by USGS seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of ml and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in 6 km SW of Morton, Washington

Recommendation
Minor Earthquake

Action

No need for significant action. These tremors are typically imperceptible or barely felt.

Suggestion

Remain calm and observe. These are often harmless and not a cause for concern.

Earthquake 6 km SW of Morton, Washington (1.7 ml) (2025-01-21 06:20:21 UTC)

Magnitudo (ml)

1.7

Automatic
USGS

Summary

Intensity: 0
Tsunami: 0
ID: usgs_uw62071491

Nearest Places

Swigert Creek / 1.2 km
Peterman Ridge State Wildlife Area / 2.44 km
Riffe (historical) / 3.1 km
Simmons Creek / 3.49 km
Alta Vista / 3.61 km

Comment

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