News from the Oregon Hazards Lab
University of Oregon Earthquake Scientists Help Prepare for the Next “Big One”
On January 26, 1700, a massive earthquake erupted along the Cascadia Subduction Zone off the West Coast of the United States. It’s now 325 years later, and earthquake scientists say we’re overdue for another similarly large quake to hit the Pacific Northwest. At the University of Oregon, researchers are working from many angles to make sure people across the Cascadia region are as prepared as possible.
Rumblings Documentary Screening and Panel Discussion on Jan. 26
January 26 is the 325th anniversary of the last Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake. Join us at the Art House to watch Rumblings, a documentary that explores the threat of another large earthquake and Oregon’s extensive preparations. The screening will be followed by a discussion with the director and earthquake preparedness specialists.
Reserve Tickets for Rumblings Screening at the Art House Cinema
Visit the Art House website to reserve tickets for Rumblings: Preparing for Cascadia on January 26 at 2pm. Tickets are free, with a limit of two tickets per transaction. Please plan to arrive early — any unredeemed advance tickets will be released at 2pm. A panel discussion will follow the documentary screening.
Eyes on the Landscape: Oregonians and Forest Fires
The Oregon Hazards Lab runs hundreds of mountaintop cameras that provide firefighters with a new way to spot and track wildfires. In a new video from the University Communications, lab director Doug Toomey and fire officials explain the role of the camera network in early detection and management of wildfires. Video and photos by Chris Larsen.
New Tools for Cities: UO’s Wildfire Camera Network Continues to Grow
As wildfires increasingly threaten urban and suburban areas, cities are on the front lines of community protection. OHAZ’s partnerships with local governments enhance the ability of fire
departments, emergency management teams, and other stakeholders to detect and manage fires near residential areas before they grow out of control.
Oregon Hazards Lab Newsletter – November 2024
The quarterly Oregon Hazards Lab newsletter has arrived. The November 2024 edition recaps summer field work, the impacts of wildfire cameras during fire season, the buildout of the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network, and our partnership with the Rogue Valley Council of Governments.