Portland Earthquakes and Landslides
All of Portland, Oregon is at risk for earthquakes, which is why emergency preparedness and seismic retrofitting older homes (primarily bolting frames to foundations) is important.
Most of the landslide risk in Portland exists in the west hills, but there are a few other parts of the city that carry risk. We write articles on earthquake and landslide preparedness and provide updated maps to check for risks in your area.
Portland Seismic Retrofit Guide: Earthquake Readiness
Our awareness of the threat of seismic activity in the Portland area increases every year, and with it, concerns for both sellers and buyers. Recent studies show that at least one local fault is more active than previously thought. And this discovery increases the likelihood that other faults in the area may put Portland at […]
Six Portland, Oregon Earthquake Maps
As with every city, Portland, Oregon doesn’t come without its hazards, one of which is the potential for earthquakes, given that our city rests on a fault line. But there are ways to deal with this particular hazard, including retrofitting your home and being prepared in the event an earthquake does happen. Another step in […]
Portland Earthquake Maps: 2020 Guide
Yes, there is a certain amount of earthquake risk in Portland, but the good news is that geologists are getting better and better at understanding, mapping and even predicting seismic activity. Maps can also help us be better prepared for disasters by showing were resources and hazards are. Take a look at these Portland maps […]
Portland Natural Disaster Map 2019 – Floods, Fires, Quakes, and Slides!
We here in the Pacific Northwest enjoy a relatively mild climate year-round — no polar vortexes, and just a few hot days in the summer. In Portland and the surrounding metro areas, most homeowners don’t worry too much about natural disaster, but there are some specific threats to be aware of. Knowing how and where […]
Portland Home Buyers’ Guide to Landslides
Portland, Oregon is one of the safest places to live in the country. We have a low crime rate, our air quality is great, and hurricanes and tornadoes are pretty much nonexistent. So what do we have to worry about? Slides. No, not kids in parks having too much fun, but landslides! When you combine […]
Earthquake Preparedness for Portland Home Buyers and Sellers
Home buyers and sellers in Portland let out a big “gulp” last month when they read the New Yorker article about “The Really Big One” or any of the follow-up stories in the local media. Those who study earthquakes are saying that there is a 30% chance of a magnitude 8.0–8.6 earthquake and a 10% […]
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