Partner Resources

The Pacific Northwest Seismic Network collaborates with many agencies and institutions to advance earthquake science and promote preparedness. These links will connect you with external organizations' resources for education and outreach.

The Oregon Hazards Lab (OHAZ) is a major operating partner of the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network. Together we collect and analyze seismic data in the state of Oregon that helps keep people safe from earthquakes.

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) monitors earthquakes, reports on their impacts, and conducts research on their causes and effects. View a map and lists of recent earthquakes from the Advanced National Seismic System (ANSS). Search the earthquake catalog to find information about historical earthquakes.

The Washington Geological Survey is part of the Washington Department of Natural Resources. It provides information about geologic hazards in Washington, including tsunami inundation and evacuation maps.

The Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (DOGAMI) studies geologic hazards impacting Oregonians and ways to reduce community vulnerability. It produces tsunami inundation and evacuation maps for the Oregon Coast.

The Cascades Volcano Observatory (CVO) is part of the USGS. It provides closely monitors volcanoes in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, responds to and provides information about volcanic activity, and conducts research on volcanism.

The Cascadia Region Earthquake Science Center (CRESCENT) is the nation’s first subduction zone earthquake hazards center. It is headquartered at the University of Oregon, but operates as a nexus for earthquake science and hazards research.

Visit the Washington Emergency Management Division website to learn how Washingtonians can sign up for lifesaving local emergency alerts with their county and city governments.

OR-Alert is a service provided through the Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) and the Oregon Enterprise information Services. It enables Oregonians to sign up for lifesaving local emergency alerts by entering their zip code and phone number.

ShakeAlert is managed by the USGS in partnership with universities and public agencies. It rapidly detects earthquakes so alerts can be delivered to impacted areas before dangerous shaking arrives. Learn how your cell phone can receive alerts here.

Tsunami.gov provides real-time information about tsunami warnings, advisories, and watches that are impacting Washington or Oregon. The National Tsunami Warning Center is part of the National Weather Service and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

The Washington Division of Emergency Management coordinates statewide emergency services in Washington. Resources on its website include Be 2 Weeks Ready and Prepare in a Year information.

The Oregon Department of Emergency Management coordinates statewide emergency services in Oregon and provides resources about natural hazards and disaster preparedness. This includes information about the Be 2 Weeks Ready program and Community Emergency Response Teams.

Ready.gov is is public service campaign by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). It provides tips for preparing for natural disasters including earthquake, tsunami, and volcano hazards.

Earthquake Country Alliance provides resources foe earthquake preparedness, mitigation, and resilient through its 7 Steps to Earthquake Safety program.. It is administrated by the Statewide California Earthquake Center (SCEC)

The EarthScope Consortium provides videos, lesson plans, and activities on topics related to seismology and geodesy for a range of age groups. EarthScope is funded by the National Science Foundation.

This website for partners of the ShakeAlert Earthquake Early Warning System provides educational resources for students and educators, as well as schools that use ShakeAlert-powered technology.

ShakeOut is the world's largest earthquake drill. It occurs on the third Thursday of October each year so people can practice how to respond if they feel earthquake shaking or get an alert from ShakeAlert. Get materials for hosting drills at schools and register your participation.

The USGS Earthquake Hazards Program has an education page with FAQs, glossaries, and children's activities related to earthquake science.