Dibble, OK – Residents across parts of central Oklahoma felt light shaking Saturday afternoon after a 3.3-magnitude earthquake struck near the town of Dibble, according to seismic officials.
According to the Oklahoma Geological Survey (OGS), the earthquake occurred Saturday, January 31, at approximately 1:08 p.m. CST, with the epicenter located about 3 kilometers northeast of Dibble in McClain County, roughly 30 miles south of Oklahoma City. The quake originated at a depth of 10.3 kilometers.
While considered minor, the earthquake was noticeable to people close to the epicenter. The U.S. Geological Survey’s “Did You Feel It?” system registered shaking intensity levels up to IV (Light), meaning it was felt indoors by many residents and may have caused rattling of windows or dishes.
No injuries or damage were immediately reported.
Small earthquakes like this are relatively common in Oklahoma, which has experienced increased seismic activity over the past decade. Most quakes in the magnitude 3 range do not cause structural damage but can be startling, especially in rural communities near the epicenter.
Emergency officials remind residents that earthquakes can occur without warning. While no action was required following Friday’s event, people are encouraged to review basic earthquake safety steps, including securing heavy objects and knowing safe spots inside their homes.
Seismologists continue to monitor the region for any aftershocks, though none had been confirmed as of Friday afternoon.
Residents who felt the shaking are encouraged to submit reports through the USGS and Oklahoma Geological Survey websites to help scientists better understand how the quake was experienced across the region.
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