Unusual Seismic Activity in the Pacific NW US

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around unusual seismic activity in the Pacific Northwest of the United States, particularly focusing on a recent spike in earthquakes off the central Oregon coast. Participants share personal experiences and observations related to seismic events in different regions.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant reports over 600 earthquakes recorded in a 10-day period off the central Oregon coast, highlighting the area's atypical seismic activity.
  • Another participant mentions experiencing a small earthquake in Ohio, suggesting that seismic activity may not be limited to the Pacific Northwest.
  • A third participant expresses a personal anecdote about being in multiple earthquake-prone locations, questioning the narrative of impending doom associated with seismic events.
  • A later reply addresses the issue of posting in an older thread, cautioning against necroposting and suggesting the creation of a new thread for unrelated discussions.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not appear to reach a consensus on the implications of the seismic activity or the significance of personal experiences with earthquakes. Multiple viewpoints are presented without resolution.

Contextual Notes

The discussion includes references to specific seismic events and personal experiences, but lacks detailed scientific analysis or consensus on the causes or implications of the reported activity.

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We have been rockin and rollin here in the NW.

ScienceDaily (Apr. 14, 2008) — Scientists at Oregon State University’s Hatfield Marine Science Center have recorded more than 600 earthquakes in the last 10 days off the central Oregon coast in an area not typically known for a high degree of seismic activity. [continued]
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/04/080413184801.htm
 
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I'm in Ohio {near Cinci} and we had a small Earth quake this morning.

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news.cincinnati.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080418/NEWS01/304180016/-1/CINCI
 
I think I'm being stalked by earthquakes, I was in japan haiti and christchurch! So stop saying that the worlds going to end in 2012
 
That's called coincidence Monty lover, and welcome to PF

But careful with posting. You posted in a two year old thread, the specialists here have a technical term for that: necroposting. The problem is that this way the members, browsing the forums, may get the impression that something is going on in Oregon right now :rolleyes:

Please open a new thread if you want to discuss stalking earthquakes :smile:
 

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