LAWRENCE COUNTY, Ohio — The United States Geological Survey (USGS) has announced that a small earthquake struck near the Lawrence and Gallia County line on Tuesday afternoon. The quake was measured at a magnitude of 2.5 and had a depth of 5 kilometers.
Several residents in the area reported feeling the earthquake, but no damage was reported. According to the USGS, Ohio typically experiences around two earthquakes per year that are large enough to be felt. However, these earthquakes are usually small and do not cause any significant damage.
While earthquakes are relatively rare in Ohio, it is important to remain vigilant and prepared for any potential natural disaster.
