Richmond, earthquake and Virginia

2.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Richmond, Virginia Tuesday; no damage or injures reported
A 2.8 magnitude earthquake hit the Richmond, Virginia area Tuesday afternoon, according to the United States Geological Survey.
When was the last earthquake in Virginia? What we know as residents report 2.8 earthquake in Richmond VA
The earth tremors in Richmond and its nearby regions are the first incident in Virginia in more than 13 years. Previously, an earthquake of 5.8 magnitude hit Virginia on August 23
Earthquake Rattles Richmond, VA As Residents Report 'Big Boom'
The 2.8 magnitude earthquake occurred at about 5:30 p.m. local time on Tuesday, with shaking felt across Virginia and beyond.
Small earthquake rattles part of Virginia
No damage or injuries were reported from the small quake in central Virginia, but many people reported it to the U.S. Geological Survey.
‘Earthquakes happen’: Va Tech professor provides insight after two quakes rattle Central Virginia
While it caught many residents by surprise, Martin Chapman, a geophysics professor at Virginia Tech, said quakes like these happen at least once every year or two.
Over 500 people report feeling 2.8 magnitude quake in Central Virginia, USGS says
Over 500 people reported feeling a 2.8 magnitude earthquake in Central Virginia Tuesday, according to the United States Geological Survey.
Minor Earthquake Shakes Virginia Communities; No Major Damage Reported
A small earthquake shook a Virginia county late on Tuesday afternoon, causing some concerns for some in the area. The US Geological Survey (USGS) confirmed that shortly before 5:30 p.m. on Jan. 14, there was a 2.
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