1.8-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Southern New Hampshire, Officials Confirm
A minor earthquake struck southern New Hampshire on Tuesday. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) recorded the 1.8-magnitude tremor at 10:13 a.m. Its epicenter was located southwest of Kingston, approximately 50 miles north of Boston.
Details of the Earthquake
Fortunately, there are no reports of injuries or damage from this event. USGS states that residents generally feel an earthquake when its magnitude exceeds 3.0.
Related Historical Events
This quake follows a notable incident from January when a stronger 3.8-magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of Maine. This earthquake affected a wide region, extending from coastal Rhode Island to Albany, New York, and up through New Hampshire into southern Maine. It was the most powerful quake in New England since April 2024, when a 4.8-magnitude earthquake in New Jersey rattled the Northeast.
Previous Earthquakes in New Hampshire
New Hampshire has a history of seismic activity. Significant earthquakes include:
- 1982: A 4.5-magnitude quake near Sanbornton.
- December 1940: Two earthquakes recorded with magnitudes of 5.3 and 5.6 near Tamworth, just days apart.
These historical events highlight the state’s occasional exposure to significant seismic activity.
