The quake’s epicenter was located near Des Moines, Washington, and was one of the strongest in the region’s recorded history — surpassed only by earthquakes in 1872, 1949, and 2001.

Tsunamis have hit Washington and the Puget Sound region in the past, and they will happen again in the future.

which sank off the coast of Washington state in 1875. (Rockfish via Courthouse News) In its day, steamers like the Pacific were popular modes of transportation between Puget Sound and San Francisco.

It’s also the peak season for the Puget ... the Pacific. The air flows around the Olympic Mountains and converges just east of them. South Snohomish County is ground zero for the Puget Sound ...

The Health, Safety, Worklife Field Office Seattle serves the Coast Guard Sector Puget Sound with medical care, including dental care. If you have emergencies call 911 or go directly to the closest ...

and it’s such an honor to serve on a vessel with her namesake,” said Ensign Hali Hanley of the U.S. Coast Guard. The Fast Response Cutter will primarily serve in Puget Sound, the Strait of ...

Check the USCG Sector Puget Sound recreation services page for the places to get more information and the latest events. The Seattle-Tacoma area provides servicemembers and their families world ...