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Magnitude 2.0 Quake Rattles Greenback, TN Area
8 Jan
Summary
- A 2.0 magnitude earthquake occurred recently near the Tennessee-North Carolina border.
- The seismic event took place at a depth of 24 kilometers.
- The earthquake was centered 13.4 miles southeast of Greenback, Tennessee.
A minor earthquake, measuring 2.0 on the magnitude scale, was recently detected near the Tennessee-North Carolina border. The United States Geological Survey reported the seismic event occurred on Tuesday at 5:41 p.m. The earthquake originated at a significant depth of 24 kilometers.
The epicenter of the tremor was pinpointed 13.4 miles southeast of Greenback, Tennessee. Additionally, it was located 28.8 miles south southwest of Seymour, Tennessee, a town situated just under two hours from the North Carolina state line.
This seismic activity in the border region highlights the dynamic geological nature of the area. Residents in and around Greenback and Seymour may have felt the earth move during this recent event, although the magnitude suggests it was likely a mild tremor.
