2001
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The 2001 Nisqually earthquake, having a moment magnitude of 6

February 28, 2001

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The 2001 Nisqually earthquake, having a moment magnitude of 6.8, with epicenter in the southern Puget Sound, damages Seattle metropolitan area.

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The 2001 Nisqually earthquake, having a moment magnitude of 6.8, with epicenter in the southern Puget Sound, damages Seattle metropolitan area.

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Date
February 28, 2001
Event Type
General
Years Ago
25

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