Overview

• The earthquake struck at 10:22 a.m. Monday, about 7 miles southeast of York Harbor, Maine, at a depth of 8 miles, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS).
• Residents across New England, from Maine to Boston and as far west as Albany, New York, reported feeling the tremors, which lasted several seconds.
• While no injuries or significant damage were reported, the event has prompted officials and experts to emphasize the importance of emergency preparedness in the region.
• Experts noted that earthquakes in the Northeast are uncommon but not unheard of, with seismic waves traveling farther due to the region's dense bedrock.
• The USGS continues to monitor for aftershocks, though none have been detected so far, and estimates a low likelihood of additional significant seismic activity.