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Hi, we're @waShakeOut - an account run by @waEMD's geologic hazards and preparedness team to share information about Washington's geologic hazards (especially earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanoes), and what YOU can do to be safe when they occur!

#Shakeout2026 is happening NOW! Join us to Drop, Cover, and Hold On to protect yourself during an earthquake! If you use a walker or a wheelchair, Lock, Cover, and Hold On!
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'Great ShakeOut' allows us to practice our response before region's next big earthquake
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This morning our schools, local government and many organizations and businesses will participate in the Great ShakeOut earthquake drill. You can as well whether you do it this morning at 10:15 AM or in the coming days. Learn more and register at: shakeout.org/washington

At about 10:15 a.m., more than 120 Washington tsunami sirens along the inner and outer coast will be tested using the real wailing sound of a tsunami warning. DO NOT CALL 911. EAS will sound on radio & TV.

Wireless Emergency Alert text system on cell phones will NOT be tested.

TODAY is the Great Washington ShakeOut! It’s the World’s Largest Earthquake Drill. Who’s ready to practice with us? 10:15 a.m. Still time to join us. 1.5 million strong so far. Shakeout.org/washington

Community, it’s time to stay ready so you don’t have to get ready. Mark your calendars for Thursday, October 15 at 10:15 a.m., your official opportunity to participate in the Great Washington ShakeOut Earthquake and Tsunami Drill. (Read more here)

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Why is “Drop” one of the first things we do when the ground starts shaking? Earthquake shaking can knock you over, so being low will help you get less hurt. Learn to get the Drop on earthquakes, and protect your melon, by practicing during the Great ShakeOut! Learn more and .co/1MRTcddJhW

Earthquakes can cause damage to your home & leave you with unexpected repair costs.

Watch to learn about actions you can take now to protect your future and peace of mind.

Visit Ready.gov for more earthquake preparedness tips. #ShakeOut2026 #EarthquakeAwareness

Are you earthquake-ready? The #GreatShakeOut is a reminder to practice Drop, Cover and Hold On, prepare your emergency kit and review your insurance coverage.

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The @waShakeOut earthquake drill is tomorrow! Get ready to ShakeOut with us at 10:15 AM on 10/15—and remember to Drop, Cover, and Hold On whenever you feel the ground shake or get a @USGS_ShakeAlert warning on your phone.

An earthquake can strike at any time! Are you prepared? Practice Drop, Cover & Hold on with millions of others this Thurs at 10:15 am. If you live along/visit WA's coast, practice walking your tsunami evacuation route! Register for the @waShakeOut: shakeout.org/washington/
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If an earthquake struck while you were on a boat, what would you do? What would it feel like? What are the potential dangers? Brian from our office has advice as he stands on one of the local @wsferries .

Download our Tsunami Boater’s Guide at mil.wa.gov/tsunami#educat….

🏈 Hey 12s! You’ve caused earthquakes in the stands before (remember the Beastquake?) Before the @Seahawks tackle the Broncos on game day, Oct. 15, let's tackle earthquake preparedness!

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Have you registered for the #Shakeout happening 10/15 at 10:15 am yet? If not, register now at shakeout.org/Washington to practice & improve your level of earthquake & tsunami preparedness. Everyone can participate! More on WA's tsunami hazard at: mil.wa.gov/tsunamis

Less than a week to go until the Great Washington ShakeOut earthquake drill! We're getting ready to Drop, Cover, and Hold On with Dubs at 10:15 AM on October 15. Learn more and sign up to join us at shakeout.org/washington/

Have you tried the ShakeOut Workout? The Great Washington ShakeOut is 10:15 a.m., Oct. 15. Get your muscle memory toned up so you can react quickly when the ground shakes! #ShakeOut @waEMD

Sometimes, your boss doesn't want to talk about earthquake safety. Learn when it's the right time and the wrong time. The right time is during the Great Washington ShakeOut earthquake & tsunami drill -- 10:15 a.m., Oct. 15. shakeout.org/washington

Even your neighborhood deer wants you to be ready for earthquakes. Don’t be left out, there’s still time! Register at shakeout.org/washington

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POV: It's your Anniversary Dinner but he's registering for an earthquake drill. Some anniversaries come and go, but this one is always there for you. The ShakeOut earthquake & tsunami drill is 10:15 AM Oct. 15. Practice Drop, Cover and Hold On. Register at shakeout.org/Washington

Do you have heavy items over your bed? Maybe not the best idea. The best time to prepare for an earthquake is before the ground starts shaking! Learn more by joining us for the Great #ShakeOut! Register free, today, at shakeout.org/washington @ShakeOut