A significant earthquake with a magnitude of 6.2 struck off the coast of Oregon, United States, on Thursday, January 15, 2026. The German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) confirmed the magnitude, noting the quake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers (6.21 miles). While some reports, citing the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), initially indicated a magnitude of 6.0, the higher figure was widely reported by Indian and international news outlets based on GFZ data. The tremor was felt at approximately 3:25 UTC on Thursday, with its epicenter located about 295 kilometers (183-186 miles) west of Bandon, Oregon. Crucially, authorities confirmed that no tsunami warning was issued following the earthquake. The National Tsunami Warning Center, part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), did not issue any alerts, and several reports on social media also corroborated the absence of a tsunami threat. This was largely attributed to the quake's offshore location and its depth. Initial reports indicated only weak shaking in coastal areas, and there were no immediate reports of significant damage or casualties in Portland or other nearby regions. The area off the Oregon-California border is known for seismic activity due to its proximity to the Cascadia Subduction Zone, where tectonic plates interact, often resulting in offshore earthquakes that are not widely felt on land. The Hindustan Times article was published on January 16, 2026, 09:23 AM IST, indicating this is a recent and developing news story.