3.8-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes New England, Felt Across Nine States

The rare quake, centered off York Harbor, Maine, caused no damage but reignited discussions on regional preparedness.

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.