Cascadia Earthquake 325th Anniversary – Film Screening
Rumblings: Preparing for Cascadia
January 26, 2025, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, Art House, Eugene, OR
Event Details
“Rumblings: Preparing for Cascadia” Film Screening and Panel
What: January 26, 2025 marks the 325th anniversary of the last known “megathrust” earthquake (Magnitude 9.0+) along the Cascadia Subduction Zone, the 600-mile-long fault off the Pacific Northwest coast.
This documentary explores the imminent threat of another large Cascadia earthquake and tsunami. Highlighting Oregon’s extensive preparations, the film delves into state and local efforts, as well as the proactive measures taken by individuals and families. The narrative emphasizes that in the aftermath of such a catastrophic event, every resident will become an involuntary emergency responder. “The Big One” looms large—are you ready?
The screening will be followed by informal discussion with director Brian Landon and local emergency management specialists who feature in the film. Â
When: Jan. 26 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Where: Art House, 492 E 13th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401
Tickets: Available online and in person at the Art House from 1/6/25
Event Sponsors: Cascadia Region Earthquake Science Center (CRESCENT), Oregon Hazards Lab (OHAZ), Pacific Northwest Seismic Network (PNSN), University of Oregon Safety and Risk Services, and Museum of Natural and Cultural History.
Resources
Local resources for individual preparation and training:
Oregon Department of Emergency Management
City of Eugene Emergency Management
City of Eugene Preparedness Resources
City of Springfield Emergency Management
Lane County Emergency Management
Lane County Emergency Preparedness Training
EWEB Emergency Water Stations
EWEB Preparedness Resources
Emergency preparedness news and events: check your local neighborhood association and Whole Community News.
If you have any additional questions, please email: cascadiaquakes@uoregon.edu.
Discussion Panel
Our panel comprises the Rumblings Director and local emergency management practitioners dedicated to increasing earthquake resilience in the Pacific Northwest.
Brian Landon
Rumblings Director
André Le Duc
Vice President & Chief Resilience Officer