2.8 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Richmond, Virginia

The minor quake, centered northwest of Richmond, caused no damage but was felt across multiple states.

A 2.8 magnitude earthquake struck just northwest of Richmond, Virginia, at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS).
The quake, with a depth of about seven miles, caused no reported injuries or damage but was felt by residents in Richmond and Henrico County.
Shaking was detected as far southwest as Blacksburg, Virginia, and as far north as Providence, Rhode Island, with weaker tremors reported in several northeastern states.
The Central Virginia Seismic Zone, where the quake occurred, is known for small but active faults capable of producing minor to moderate earthquakes.
Experts note that East Coast quakes, though less frequent, can affect larger areas due to the region's older, denser geological structure.