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Minor Earthquake Shakes Suburbs of Washington, D.C.

The 2.3 magnitude quake was felt across multiple states, with no reported injuries or damage.

  • A small earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 2.3 occurred near Rockville, Maryland, in the early hours of Tuesday.
  • The earthquake was felt across Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, the District of Columbia and Pennsylvania, with over 1,400 reports received by the U.S. Geological Survey.
  • There have been no reports of injuries or damage following the earthquake.
  • The earthquake occurred at a depth of about 9.5 miles, approximately 2 miles west of Rockville.
  • Residents reported feeling slight shaking and a low rumbling sound lasting a few seconds.
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