3.3 Magnitude Earthquake Near Chesapeake, Ohio, Impacts Kentucky, West Virginia Communities

3.3 Magnitude Earthquake Near Chesapeake, Ohio, Impacts Kentucky, West Virginia Communities

On Monday, an earthquake with a magnitude of 3.3 was estimated to have occurred close to the Chesapeake, Ohio area; nonetheless, it was felt as far away as Kentucky and West Virginia.

The epicenter of the earthquake was reported to be located approximately 2.1 miles to the northwest of Chesapeake at approximately 4:39 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, as stated by the United States Geological Survey.

3.3 Magnitude Earthquake Near Chesapeake, Ohio, Impacts Kentucky, West Virginia Communities

From Ona and Barboursville in West Virginia to Catlettsburg in Kentucky, there have been reports of an earthquake spreading over the region.

It was claimed that the majority of the impacted area had an intensity rating of three to four, which is regarded to be weak to light and results in no damage.

There were reports that the earthquake had a depth of approximately 14 miles.

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