What was the magnitude of the earthquake in central Maryland?

The earthquake that struck central Maryland had a magnitude of 2.5.

Where was the epicenter of the Maryland earthquake?

The epicenter of the earthquake was just outside Columbia, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

How far was the earthquake felt in Maryland?

The tremor was felt as far as Silver Spring, which is located in central Maryland.

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Small Earthquake Strikes Central Maryland, No Injuries Reported

27 Oct

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Summary

2.5 magnitude earthquake hit central Maryland
Occurred late Monday afternoon
No damages or injuries reported

On October 28, 2025, a 2.5 magnitude earthquake struck central Maryland late in the afternoon. The tremor occurred at 5:17 p.m. with its epicenter just outside Columbia, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

While the small quake was felt as far as Silver Spring, no damages or injuries have been reported. The Howard County Police Department shared the news on social media, assuring residents that the shaking and rattling they experienced was due to the minor earthquake.

Officials have not reported any significant impact from the tremor. The earthquake appears to have been a brief, isolated incident that caused minimal disruption in the central Maryland region.

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