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The 2011 D.C. Earthquake That Shook the Nation | Washington DC News
A powerful 5.8 magnitude earthquake rattled Washington D.C. and much of the eastern U.S. on August 23, 2011—catching everyone off guard with shaking cars and panicked evacuations from iconic sites like the Capitol and Pentagon. Though no lives were lost, the quake left lasting scars: the National Cathedral still undergoes repairs set to finish by 2029, while the Washington Monument reopened in May 2014 after a nearly three-year restoration. A sobering reminder that even the most stable places are vulnerable to nature’s sudden force. Thank you to our sponsor Garrett Waller Performance…
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