Great Earthquakes In Diverse Places
Strong earthquake hits off coast of Oregon
The United States Geological Survey recorded a earthquake with a
magnitude of 5.3 off the coast of Oregon at 9:12 a.m. Wednesday, about
80 miles west-northwest of Barview, Oregon, and 197 miles southwest of
Portland, Oregon.
The earthquake was about 6.2 miles (10 km) deep, making it a relatively
shallow earthquake.
Lise Harwin, communications director for the Oregon Trail Chapter of
the Red Cross, said the initial impact of the earthquake seemed minor.
She said her agency has not been contacted for assistance.
No tsunami warning has been issued.