The North Eastern Pacific east to the continetal divide is called Cascadia. The Cascadian bioregion encompassing the territories of the Alaskan Panhandle, British Columbia, Idaho, Washington, Oregon, northern California and western Montana as well as very small portions of other near by states and provinces.

What is Cascadia Where is it located and why is it a concern?

Where is it located and why is it a concern? Cascadia is a vast and volatile fault line stretching from Vancouver to California. The pressure builds and could rupture in a huge M9 quake. It would create a tsunami similar to Japan.

Is Alaska part of Cascadia?

The Cascadia Bioregion encompasses all or portions of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, California, Nevada, Wyoming, Montana, Alaska, British Columbia, and Alberta.