York Harbor, ME – More than 40,000 residents across New England reported feeling a magnitude 3.8 earthquake that struck near the Maine coast on Saturday morning, a rare occurrence for the region.
According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake occurred 10 km southeast of York Harbor, Maine, at a depth of 13.2 km at 10:22 a.m. ET (15:22 UTC). Reports of shaking came from Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts, with many residents describing a loud rumble followed by a brief jolt.
While minor earthquakes occasionally hit the Northeast, tremors of this magnitude are uncommon. USGS data indicates an 11% chance of aftershocks of at least magnitude 3 within the next week, but stronger aftershocks remain unlikely. No significant damage or injuries have been reported.
The earthquake was not strong enough to trigger a tsunami warning, according to the U.S. Tsunami Warning System.
Seismologists say that while New England is not known for frequent seismic activity, it sits on an ancient fault system that can occasionally produce mild to moderate quakes. Residents are encouraged to report their experiences to USGS to assist in refining seismic data.
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