Virginia experienced a magnitude 3.0 earthquake with its epicenter near Dillwyn in Buckingham County. The quake, which occurred just after 1pm ET, triggered moderate shaking felt by over 150 individuals across Virginia and neighboring states like North Carolina and Pennsylvania. While no injuries or damages have been reported, this event highlights the rarity of earthquakes in Virginia, situated in the middle of the North American plate. Previous seismic events, including a 5.8 quake in 2011, reveal the state's historical susceptibility to tectonic activities despite its stable geological location.
The recent magnitude 3.0 earthquake in Virginia was felt by over 150 people across several states, indicating its moderate intensity and unusual occurrence for the region.
The US Geological Survey described the shaking as 'moderate', emphasizing its capacity to be felt indoors during the day and its potential to disturb people at night.
Virginia's rare earthquakes occur at much greater depths compared to those on the West Coast, complicating the association of tremors with specific faults as they strike 3-15 miles deep.
Today's quake mirrored previous seismic activity in the region, highlighting Virginia's historical vulnerability despite its location on the relatively stable North American tectonic plate.
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