COOS COUNTY, OR — Friday night, a 5.9 magnitude quake was recorded near Bandon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

It was reported that a tremor struck the region at 6:45 a.m. (10:45 p.m. local time). The epicenter was located about 149 miles west of Bandon, at a depth of 6 miles.

The National Tsunami Center has released a Tsunami statement in connection with the earthquake. For the latest updates, please visit tsunami.gov.

Did you feel it?

If you felt the quake, you can share your experience using the USGS Felt Report form. So far, the agency has collected 29 online responses from individuals indicating that they experienced the tremor. The USGS DYFI report indicates that weak shaking was detected, with people in Bainbridge Island, Portland, Phoenix and Bandon among those who experienced the earthquake.

Impact and estimated losses

Green alert for shaking-related fatalities and economic losses. There is a low likelihood of casualties and damage.

Structure information summary
Overall, the population in this region resides in structures that are resistant to earthquake shaking, though vulnerable structures exist. The predominant vulnerable building types are unreinforced brick masonry and reinforced masonry construction.

Last week’s quake

Over the last week, there has been one more earthquake of magnitude 3.1 centered nearby. Seven days earlier, it was also reported close to Bandon.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey