Meno, OK – A minor earthquake struck northwest Oklahoma early Thursday, with a magnitude of 2.5 recorded near Meno.
According to the Oklahoma Geological Survey, the tremor occurred at 11:16 a.m. UTC (6:16 a.m. local time) at a depth of 8 kilometers. The epicenter was located approximately 2 kilometers southeast of Meno, a small town west of Enid.
Preliminary reports indicate that the quake was weak, with minimal or no impact on nearby communities. As of Thursday morning, only one person had submitted a “Did You Feel It?” report on the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) website. No damage or injuries have been reported.
Oklahoma has experienced frequent seismic activity in recent years, often attributed to wastewater injection from oil and gas operations. However, the cause of this particular quake remains under investigation.
Residents in the area are encouraged to report any shaking they experienced to the USGS to aid in data collection. Authorities advise staying prepared for minor aftershocks, though none have been recorded so far.
