Update: Earthquake measuring 5.1 shakes area near Port Orford, OR on Sept. 9

Published Oct 5, 2025

CURRY COUNTY, OR — the U.S. Geological Survey reported that a 5.1 magnitude quake occurred close to Port Orford on Tuesday around midday.

The tremor struck the region at 7:31 p.m. (11:31 a.m. local time). It occurred at a depth of 6 miles with the epicenter located approximately 107 miles west-southwest of Port Orford.

Did you feel it?

If you exparienced the earthquake, you can report it via the USGS Felt Report form. So far, the agency has collected 5 online responses from individuals saying that they felt the quake.

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Tremors past week

Over the last week, 10 earthquakes with a magnitude 2.5 or greater have been registered in the area. The largest, measuring 5.8, occurred in the same region prior to this quake.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey