PolicySunday, August 30, 2026ScienceDaily
The next Cascadia megaquake could hit Oregon harder than expected
Recent findings indicate that the Juan de Fuca plate beneath northern Oregon is shallower than earlier assessments suggested, which could lead to stronger seismic activity during the next Cascadia megathrust earthquake. Policymakers and activists should anticipate the need for updated disaster preparedness and infrastructure resilience strategies to mitigate potential impacts on communities.
