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How the North Portland peninsula is preparing for a major earthquake
The North Portland peninsula, which includes the St. Johns and Cathedral Park neighborhoods, could become isolated from the rest of the city after a major earthquake.
The Big One, coupled with rising ocean, could leave many in Northwest living in flood zones, study finds
More than 17,000 people in Oregon, Washington and California could almost instantly be living in a floodplain, the researchers found.
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes off the southern coasts of Chile and Argentina
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck off the southern coasts of Chile and Argentina on Friday, the United States Geological Survey said.

Rescuers sift through Myanmar earthquake debris as window to find survivors closes
With many of those trapped potentially having sustained serious injuries, and unable to access food or water, operators are now locked in a race against time to get them out before it's too late.

A major earthquake kills more than 150 in Myanmar and Thailand. Here’s what we know
A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake has struck Southeast Asia, killing at least 144 people near the epicenter in Myanmar and injuring hundreds more. At least 10 people were killed in neighboring Thailand.

Washington’s Mount Adams is seeing unusual earthquake activity
Scientists aren’t worried about eruptions, but they’re deploying seismometers to learn why it’s become more active.

Future of Keller Auditorium still hazy as city council asks groups to merge renovation and replacement proposals
On Wednesday, the council passed a resolution directing city staff to work with PSU and the Halprin Landscape Conservancy to “seek a collaborative solution that combines their respective projects.”

Earthquakes of the same magnitude can feel different. Here’s why
Distance from the epicenter, the kind of soil in your area and even the building you're in can determine how you experience an earthquake.

Politics
Share your thoughts on what a new Burnside Bridge should look like
One of Portland’s iconic bridges needs to be torn down and replaced — and project managers want the public’s input on what the new crossing should look like.
Earthquake early warning system for Oregon, Washington and California gets upgrade
The earthquake early warning system that operates on the west coast got a big upgrade recently. ShakeAlert is now using satellite technology to detect seismic activity.