On July 2, an earthquake measuring 5.5 on the Richter Scale damaged buildings, water and gas pipelines and electrical distribution systems in western Washington. Local officials report no fatalities and eight people were treated for minor injuries. Damage assessments by local officials are underway in Grays Harbor, Pacific and Lewis counties.
Initial reports indicate some damage to buildings and infrastructure in the affected area.
Several homes and at least one apartment complex also suffered some level of damage. There are no reports of significant damage to roads or bridges in the area. The EOC returned to normal operations by July 3.