Magnitude 5.1 Earthquake Shakes Oklahoma, Felt Across Multiple States
The late-night tremor, centered near Prague, Oklahoma, prompted no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
- A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck Oklahoma late Friday, centered 5 miles northwest of Prague and felt across at least five states.
- The quake occurred at a shallow depth of 1.8 miles, intensifying the shaking experienced by residents.
- A series of aftershocks followed, with at least two measuring magnitude 3.0 or higher.
- No reports of deaths, injuries, or significant damage had been received as of early Saturday.
- The earthquake is among the top four most significant seismic events in Oklahoma since 1900, with previous quakes linked to human activities such as fracking.