Elbert, CO – A light earthquake was recorded southwest of Elbert Friday afternoon, according to data from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
According to USGS, the magnitude 3.0 tremor struck around 12:51 p.m. local time, centered about 13 kilometers southwest of Elbert at a depth of 7.8 kilometers (4.8 miles). The event was reviewed and confirmed by the USGS National Earthquake Information Center.
No damage or injuries were immediately reported, and early reports indicate the quake was unlikely to cause structural impacts given its modest size. Residents across Elbert County and parts of central Colorado may have felt a light jolt.
Earthquakes of this magnitude are considered minor, often producing brief shaking but rarely causing significant damage. Colorado experiences occasional low-level seismic activity, particularly near the Front Range region.
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