3.6 magnitude earthquake near Gig Harbor
Aug 20, 2013, 12:01 PM | Updated: 2:15 pm
Did you feel the earthquake Tuesday morning?
According to seismologists, a 3.6 magnitude quake hit about five miles northwest of Gig Harbor at about 11:40 a.m.
The earthquake was measured about three miles deep.
According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a handful of people reported feeling the quake in Seattle.
Several reports of minor earthquake felt in #GigHarbor. No confirmation yet. No known damage. #earthquake
— Gig Harbor Police (@GigHarborPolice) August 20, 2013
Seismologists have recorded five other small earthquakes in the previous 24 hour period, including one that registered 2.5 magnitude.
