Edgefield, LA – Residents in parts of north-central Louisiana may have felt light shaking Thursday afternoon after two small earthquakes were recorded near the rural community of Edgefield, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
According to the USGS, the first earthquake, a magnitude 3.1, occurred at 10:06 a.m. CST (16:06 UTC) about 7 kilometers west-northwest of Edgefield, at a depth of approximately 9.5 kilometers. Roughly 10 minutes earlier, a second magnitude 3.1 quake struck about 3 kilometers north-northwest of Edgefield, with a shallower depth of 5.0 kilometers.
Both earthquakes were reviewed and confirmed by the USGS National Earthquake Information Center. Community intensity reports rated shaking between Level IV (Light) and Level V (Moderate), meaning some residents may have noticed rattling windows, vibrations, or brief rumbling, especially indoors.
Edgefield is located in Bienville Parish, roughly 60 miles east of Shreveport, an area that does not frequently experience noticeable seismic activity. While Louisiana is not known for major earthquakes, small tremors do occasionally occur, often linked to deep geologic fault systems or regional stress adjustments.
The USGS stated there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries, and officials do not expect aftershocks strong enough to cause concern. However, residents are encouraged to report their experiences through the USGS “Did You Feel It?” program to help scientists better understand local shaking patterns.
Anyone who felt shaking is advised to check for minor structural issues and remain aware, though no emergency action is currently recommended.
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