Several Connecticut residents reported feeling a rare earthquake that originated in Maine on Wednesday. The earthquake, which had a magnitude of 4.0, was felt across New England, with some residents as far as Connecticut feeling the tremors.
According to the United States Geological Survey, the earthquake struck at around 7:00 pm near East Waterboro, Maine. There were no immediate reports of injuries or damage caused by the earthquake.
Connecticut residents took to social media to share their experiences of feeling the earthquake, with many describing it as a sudden jolt or shaking sensation. Some residents reported feeling the earthquake in towns such as West Hartford, Farmington, and Manchester.
Earthquakes are rare in the New England region, with the last significant earthquake occurring in 2011 in Virginia but felt across several states in the northeast. The fact that this earthquake was felt in Connecticut highlights the unpredictable nature of seismic activity in the region.
Overall, residents were surprised by the unexpected earthquake and shared their experiences online, sparking discussions about earthquake preparedness and safety measures.
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