Mon Jun 02 06:40:00 UTC 2025: ## News Article: “The Big One” Could Strike Pacific Northwest Sooner Than Expected, Says Self-Proclaimed Earthquake Expert

**Seattle, WA** – While a recent study estimates a 15% chance of a magnitude 8.0 earthquake striking the Cascadia subduction zone within the next 50 years, one amateur earthquake researcher is warning that the devastating event could occur much sooner.

Brent Dmitruk, who gained internet fame for accurately predicting a 7.0 earthquake in Northern California two months before it happened, shared his concerns on KIRO Newsradio’s “The John Curley Show.” Dmitruk, despite lacking formal seismology training, claims to possess a knack for “pattern recognition” and relies heavily on his intuition when predicting seismic events.

“There’s a very elevated chance that it happens by summer of next year,” Dmitruk stated, adding that he’s seen stronger signs suggesting the earthquake could occur between summer of this year and summer of next year.

Dmitruk attributes his predictive abilities to an experience in the Philippines in 2019, where he says he began to “get vibes” from earthquakes. He now lives in the Amazon jungle and communicates his predictions via social media, where he has amassed a significant following.

The Cascadia subduction zone, a fault line stretching from Northern Vancouver Island to Northern California, hasn’t experienced an earthquake of this magnitude since the year 1700. Experts warn that a major earthquake could cause widespread damage, including coastal land sinking by more than six feet, potentially inundating cities like Seattle.

While Dmitruk’s predictions should be viewed with caution due to his lack of formal scientific credentials, his past accuracy has garnered attention. Residents of the Pacific Northwest are encouraged to review earthquake preparedness guidelines and ensure they have adequate emergency supplies.

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