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EarthScope Consortium @earthscope.org · 3h

Yesterday afternoon at ~2:05 pm PDT, the Seattle area was shaken up by a magnitude 4.2 earthquake. But this isn't unusual at all! Learn about the three types of earthquakes that can occur in the PNW region ➡️ loom.ly/WBQvUo0

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 3h

Wild to see a video of fish reacting to the earthquake yesterday! Thanks @ptdefiancezoo.bsky.social! How did YOU react? Did you Drop, Cover, and Hold On?

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 4h

Lots of folks felt that earthquake yesterday. Had it been stronger, there's a chance people might have fallen and gotten hurt. That's why we suggest people drop to the ground if possible -- an essential part of drop, cover and hold on.

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 29/09/2026

The City of Westport is breaking ground on a new tsunami vertical evacuation tower. Join us for a groundbreaking ceremony at 10 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 3 in Westport. This will be the third tsunami vertical evacuation structure on the Washington coast. Full details: mil.wa.gov/news/westpor...

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Westport breaks ground on tsunami vertical evacuation tower

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 22h

We love these *Friendly* reminders that Washington is earthquake country. Especially when they arrive just a couple weeks before the Great ShakeOut earthquake drill coming up at 10:15 on 10/15! (We promise, we didn't plan this. ...We can't actually do that).

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Pacific Northwest Seismic Network @pnsn1.bsky.social · 22h

Yes, that was an earthquake on the Kitsap Peninsula! If you are in the area, you can contribute to citizen science by filling out a report here: zpr.io/UA6upKKXB4C3 to tell us if you felt the shaking or not.

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 22h

If you felt this earthquake, submit a report: zpr.io/UA6upKKXB4C3 Also, a reminder that we are practicing for earthquakes at 10:15am, Oct: 15 for the Great ShakeOut Earthquake and Tsunami Drill! Shakeout.org/washington

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 29/09/2026

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Westport breaks ground on tsunami vertical evacuation tower

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 29/09/2026

#OTD 9/29/2009: A tsunami killed 192, brought destruction to the Kermadec-Tonga Subduction Zone in the south Pacific. This event sent a tsunami towards American Samoa, Samoa and the Tonga Islands. Learn about our state's tsunami risk reduction efforts at mil.wa.gov/tsunami

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 24/09/2026

Neighbors are the first responders of a major disaster. Despite how cute and fluffy their pets may be, they won’t be the ones able to help you when you may need it most. For National Preparedness Month, we want to encourage you to get to know your neighbors and work on preparedness together!

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Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner @oicwa.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Our insurance experts are heading to Tonasket on Sept. 29 for a wildfire claims workshop. They'll help survivors navigate the initial weeks after a wildfire, including avoiding scams, understanding your insurance policy, and communicating with your insurance company. RSVP at bit.ly/4xAGUn3

Pictures of OIC staff against a blue background overlaying a photo of an outreach booth. Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026 , 5-7:30 p.m. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Where: Tonasket High School. Includes RSVP QR code.

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 23/09/2026

For 40 years, Community Emergency Response Team volunteers have carried the torch of preparedness. Together, we continue to light the way toward stronger, more resilient communities. Our agency is proud to be part of that legacy. Learn more mil.wa.gov/cert #NationalCERTWeek

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 19/09/2026

It's National Preparedness Month and we want to encourage you to meet your neighbors and talk about how you can get through emergencies together! Learn more at mil.wa.gov/neighborhoods

Two women talking. Text says Talk to your community about emergency preparedness. Set up a social event such as a potluck. Start a community Plan. Learn more at https://mil.wa.gov/neighborhoods

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 16/09/2026

We are so happy to partner with the City of Hoquiam on an amazing flood prevention project. The city says it’s a major step forward for flood protection, flood insurance relief & long-term economic revitalization. Learn all the details here: www.cityofhoquiam.com/article/3131...

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FEMA Authorizes $34.65M BRIC Grant for Hoquiam's North Shore Levee West

Funding will advance the North Shore Levee West construction to reduce flood risk, support flood ...

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 15/09/2026

We’re one month away from the Great Washington ShakeOut! October 15 at 10:15 AM. Have you registered? There’s still time and it takes less than 5 minutes! Register at ShakeOut.org/Washington

A blue and orange graphic that says “Are you ready to ShakeOut? Register at ShakeOut.org.”

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Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner @oicwa.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Commissioner Kuderer talked with TVW about how the OIC is helping Washingtonians affected by wildfires. Watch the full interview on the latest episode of Inside Olympia: bit.ly/4A8nZ5d

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 14/09/2026

Cash Assistance for Wildfire survivors is still available. Find more details online. You can also call 211 or come in person Friday, Saturday & Sunday at the S.C.O.P.E North Station in Spokane. Find all the details at mil.wa.gov/wildfire-ass...

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 13/09/2026

It’s a beautiful day to practice Drop, Cover and Hold On, walk your tsunami evacuation route and help your community get prepared! Won’t you be our neighbor and register for ShakeOut today at ShakeOut.org/Washington? ❤️ Yes, we're Mr. Rogers fans. #shakeout #wawx

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 09/09/2026

King County Office of Emergency Management is conducting a virtual Disaster Skills Training at 4 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 23. It’s National Preparedness Month and this is a great opportunity to learn things you can do to help cope with a disaster. forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/respon...

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 03/09/2026

For National Preparedness Month, we want to encourage you to get to know your neighbors. After a major earthquake, there will be help coming for you from all over but, in the immediate aftermath, you and those in your immediate community will be the first ones responding. mil.wa.gov/preparedness

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Gov. Bob Ferguson @governorferguson.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

My amended emergency proclamation this week extended state Individual Assistance for eligible Washingtonians affected by fires for 60 days and added 5 counties. So far, we’ve disbursed $654,000 to 430 households.

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 03/09/2026

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 02/09/2026

The City of Spokane is working closely with @emd.wa.gov to seek a Major Disaster Declaration from the federal government. If approved, the federal government would provide individual assistance to those affected by the Spokane Complex Fire.

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Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner @oicwa.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Spokane wildfire survivors! Join us Sept. 14 for our second claims workshop. The National Insurance Crime Bureau will provide fraud prevention tips and United Policyholders will share best practices on wildfire recovery. Includes Q&A and one-on-one assistance. Learn more at bit.ly/3SH8y3k

OIC wildfire claims workshop. Monday, Sept. 14, 6 - 8:30 pm at Spokane Falls Community College. Doors open at 5:30 pm. Features headshots of CODR program manager Jeff Baughman, Senior Policy Analyst Lauren Burnes, and Senior Policy Advisor David Forte.

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Gov. Bob Ferguson @governorferguson.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Important wildfire news: FEMA has informed us that as of yesterday, they are declaring an end to the federal emergency period for the wildfires in Eastern Washington. That means our request for a federal Major Disaster Declaration is due Sept. 29.

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 02/09/2026

September is National Preparedness Month and we want to encourage you to get to know your neighbors! • What are the hazards in your neighborhood? • Who might need extra help, and what kind of help might they need? Learn more and how to plan with your neighbors at mil.wa.gov/neighborhoods

Graphic shows neighbors shaking hands. Text says Start a Community plan. Learn what community members needs are and what skills and resources they can provide. Build your plan at mil.wa.gov/neighborhoods

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Gov. Bob Ferguson @governorferguson.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Today I declared an emergency over the Paradise Fire's impacts on Walla Walla water supply and flood risk. I visited the incident command center earlier this week for a briefing. Fires threaten to increase flooding risk and contaminate the watershed, a primary source of drinking water...

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 28/08/2026

Do you own or manage a business or nonprofit? The State EOC with @governorferguson.bsky.social & @wastatecommerce.bsky.social are coordinating offers of large quantities of donated goods and services to support communities affected by wildfires. Learn more: www.commerce.wa.gov/community-in...

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Eastern and central Washington wildfire donation coordination

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City of Spokane @spokanecity.org · 26/08/2026

Homeowners rebuilding after this season’s fire damage should make sure to check out their contractor before making a decision or paying any money. The best way to avoid contractor scams is by using the @lniwa.bsky.social tools and guidance at ProtectMyHome.net.

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Protect My Home

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 25/08/2026

The EPA is continuing with hazardous materials removal at the wildfires in Spokane. Track their progress and learn exactly what they are doing at the link: www.epa.gov/wa/2026-east...

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2026 Eastern Washington Wildfires Recovery | US EPA

Information about EPA's response to the 2026 Spokane Complex wildfires.

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 25/08/2026

Our director joined the governor in Spokane yesterday. Find state wildfire resources at mil.wa.gov/wildfire

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Wildfire

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Gov. Bob Ferguson @governorferguson.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

We’ve disbursed $234,000 in state Individual Assistance through the Military Department to 155 households. Encouraging residents affected by fires in Central and Eastern Washington to apply.

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Gov. Bob Ferguson @governorferguson.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Encouraging those rebuilding from fire damage to use ProtectMyHome.net from our Department of Labor & Industries to help you avoid contractor scams.

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Gov. Bob Ferguson @governorferguson.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Washington state has now disbursed $138,750 to 89 households in Individual Assistance through the Military Department. If you were affected by the wildfires in Central and Eastern Washington, see if you qualify:

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Gov. Bob Ferguson @governorferguson.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Congressman Baumgartner and I sent the following letter to President Trump today.

August 17, 2026
Sent via Electronic and U.S. Mail
The Honorable Donald J. Trump
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20500
Dear Mr. President:
Thank you again for your help with the devastating fires in our state and your personal
engagement on this disaster.
As you know, we will soon be requesting a Major Disaster Declaration to assist thousands of Washingtonians. Many of those individuals have lost everything.
We are requesting a meeting so we can share information directly with you, discuss our request and answer any questions you may have. Staff from the Governor's Office is in communication with your team to see if this meeting is possible.
We appreciate all that you and your team are doing to provide assistance during this very difficult time.
Signatures from Bob and Congressman Baumgartner

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Gov. Bob Ferguson @governorferguson.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

This state assistance can help with immediate needs like a place to stay, food, and small repairs, so families can focus on getting back on their feet. I encourage eligible residents affected by wildfires in Central and Eastern Washington to apply.

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 15/08/2026

Cash assistance is available NOW for residents affected by fires in central and eastern Washington through the state’s Individual Assistance (State IA) program. See if you qualify, how to apply and required documents: mil.wa.gov/wildfire-assistance Please share! #wawildfire

A picture of fire damage. Text above it says: Impacted by the August Fires? Help for ELIGIBLE individuals available now. See Caption for More Information.

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 14/08/2026

Looking ahead to the weekend, we’re seeing some good news as air quality alerts are lifting in Eastern & Western Washington, but we still expect unhealthy air in parts of Central WA. Check your current air quality conditions or view the smoke forecast here: airqualitymap.ecology.wa.gov?view=forecast

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Washington State Department of Ecology Air Quality Map

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 15/08/2026

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Washington State Department of Ecology @ecology.wa.gov · 13/08/2026

What happens when 180 coastal experts gather for the annual meeting of the state Coastal Hazard Resilience Network? A flood of ideas! 🌊 This year, a record-breaking number of people attended the annual conference—signifying Washington’s growing investment in coastal climate resilience. 👏

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 13/08/2026

NEW Release from us and @wadnr.bsky.social: Statewide tsunami modeling for a tsunami originating from Alaska is now available. Learn the details here: washingtonstategeology.wordpress.com

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Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner @oicwa.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Spokane wildfire survivors can get step-by-step help with the insurance claims process from us at monthly workshops, starting Monday, Aug. 17. bit.ly/4g3iPON

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Attorney General Nick Brown @atg.wa.gov · 12/08/2026

The recent wildfires have destroyed hundreds of homes and displaced thousands of Washingtonians. In this time of crisis, we must prioritize protecting people from further displacement and uncertainty.

How the Attorney General’s Office will enforce the wildfire eviction moratorium

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Gov. Bob Ferguson @governorferguson.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

I've directed state agencies to submit reports within 30 days identifying regulations and permitting requirements that can be waived or suspended to streamline rebuilding for homes lost to wildfires. You'll be hearing more from us on this in the coming weeks.

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Pacific Northwest Seismic Network @pnsn1.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Come out to Obec Brewing in Ballard next week to learn about earthquake hazards in Seattle and how scientists like PNSN's Mouse Reusch monitor seismic activity in the region!

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Gov. Bob Ferguson @governorferguson.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Starting today, eligible Washingtonians affected by recent wildfires can apply for emergency cash assistance. Many Washingtonians have lost everything. We're making sure we unlock all the resources we as a state can provide to people working to recover and rebuild.

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Disaster Cash Assistance Program available to WA residents affected by recent wildfires

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Washington Emergency Management Division @emd.wa.gov · 12/08/2026

While @wanationalguard.bsky.social service members continue to assist in battling wildfires across the state, their mission extends beyond the fire lines. Approximately 350 personnel are currently working in Chelan, Okanogan, Ferry, Stevens and Spokane counties. www.youtube.com/shorts/yFkD6...

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350 National Guard troops on the ground for wildfire relief #wildfirerelief #nationalguard #shorts

YouTube video by Washington National Guard

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