Magnitude 4.5 Earthquake Near Orcas Island Felt by Bellingham Residents

A 4.5 magnitude earthquake occurred near Orcas Island early Monday morning, felt by residents in Whatcom County and as far south as Seattle. Minor shaking was reported in lowland areas, but there were no reports of damage or injuries.

In the early hours of Monday morning, residents in Whatcom County were roused by an earthquake. The U.S. Geological Survey confirmed that a 4.5 magnitude quake occurred near the southeast tip of Orcas Island shortly after 5 a.m. Reports indicated that minor shaking was experienced in the lowland areas of Whatcom and Skagit Counties, and the tremor was felt as far south as Seattle, extending into southern British Columbia.

In summary, a magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck near Orcas Island, impacting areas far beyond its epicenter. Fortunately, there have been no reported damages or injuries from this seismic event, despite the light shaking felt across multiple regions, including Seattle and parts of British Columbia.

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