On June 3, 2026, the US West Coast experienced three moderate tremors near the Cascadia Subduction Zone, prompting renewed alarm from experts. A new analysis supported by NOAA indicates that a possible 9.0 magnitude rupture in the zone could unleash a gigantic tsunami towards Oregon, Washington, California, Alaska, and Hawaii. Specialists note that the last significant tsunami from Cascadia occurred in 1700 — suggesting the area is overdue for such an event. Scientists project a 15% probability of a rupture happening within the next half-century. Coastal areas are advised to promptly reassess their evacuation plans.
