3.8 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes New England, Felt as Far as Boston

2025-01-28

A 3.8 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of York Harbor, Maine, on Monday morning, sending tremors across parts of New England, including Boston, Massachusetts. The earthquake occurred at approximately 10:22 a.m. and was initially reported as a 4.1 magnitude event before being downgraded by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). No damage or injuries were immediately reported, and officials confirmed there was no tsunami threat.

Residents in the Boston area described feeling shaking that lasted several seconds, with some reporting swaying trees and light vibrations. The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency confirmed receiving reports of shaking but noted no structural damage. Similarly, police in York, Maine, near the epicenter, reported no harm to buildings or infrastructure. “Everything appears to be the way it was before the earthquake,” said York Police Department Sgt. Brian McNeice.

Earthquakes in New England are relatively rare compared to the western United States. Moderately sized quakes occur every few decades, while smaller ones are felt roughly twice a year. The region’s older, denser rock allows seismic waves to travel farther, explaining why the shaking was felt as far south as Rhode Island. The last significant earthquake in the area occurred in 1755 off the coast of Cape Ann, Massachusetts, with an estimated magnitude of 6.0.

Seismologists anticipate aftershocks, though they are expected to be minor. Authorities urged residents to check their homes for any potential damage and reminded them to “drop, cover, and hold on” during future tremors. The event serves as a reminder of the region’s geological history, even as residents expressed surprise at the rare occurrence.

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