CREW is a coalition of private & public representatives working together to improve the ability of Cascadia communities to reduce the effects of earthquakes. The Cascadia Region Earthquake Workgroup is a coalition of private and public representatives working together to improve the quality of regional communities to reduce the effects of major earthquakes (EQ). Its purpose is to promote efforts to reduce the loss of life and property, conduct education efforts to motivate to reduce EQ risks, and foster productive linkages among scientists, critical infrastructure providers, businesses, and government agencies to improve the viability of communities after an EQ event.