A 5.1-magnitude earthquake shook much of North Carolina, the National Weather Service says, rattling homes, buildings and residents. There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries. It was the largest earthquake to hit the state since 1916.
SPARTA, N.C. — Officials say an earthquake shook much of North Carolina early Sunday, rattling homes, buildings and residents.
The National Weather Service in Greenville said the 5.1-magnitude temblor struck at 8:07 a.m., following a much smaller quake several hours earlier.It was the largest earthquake to hit the state since 1916, when a magnitude 5.5 quake occurred near Skyland, the weather service said.ADVERTISEMENT
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