2 earthquakes detected 70 miles south of Whatcom County

Two earthquakes were detected on January 20, 2025, approximately 70 miles south of Whatcom County, Washington, with magnitudes of 3.5 and 2.8. The Pacific Northwest Seismic Network reported the first quake at 1:35 PM and the second at 5:03 PM, both occurring near North Bend at a depth of about 10 miles. Residents described the first quake as sudden and explosive, emphasizing the local impact of seismic activity in the region.