On May 10, 2025, a 4.1-magnitude earthquake struck near Knoxville, Tennessee, at approximately 2:30 PM Eastern Time, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The quake’s epicenter was located 8 miles southeast of Knoxville, at a depth of 6.2 miles. Tremors were felt across several states, including North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Kentucky, with reports of shaking as far as 150 miles from the epicenter. The USGS received over 3,000 ”felt” reports from residents within hours. No significant damage or injuries were reported, though local authorities conducted inspections of critical infrastructure, including bridges and schools, as a precaution. The Knoxville Fire Department confirmed that 12 minor calls were received, mostly related to alarms triggered by the shaking. This event marks one of the strongest earthquakes in the region since a 4.4-magnitude quake in 2018.
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