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Minor Earthquake Felt By Concord Residents, Confirmed By USGS

Via the USGS

  The U.S. Geological Survey reports there's been a small earthquake near Concord, New Hampshire.

The 1.7 magnitude earthquake was recorded at 9:42 p.m. Thursday about a mile northeast of Concord.

No injuries were reported.

The earthquake was the topic of chatter on social media when it struck, with area residents reporting the sound of a loud bang and minor tremor.

 

Rebecca oversees the team that makes NHPR podcasts, including Outside/In and Civics 101. She has previously served as NHPR's Director of Audience & Engagement, Digital Director, and Senior Producer for Word of Mouth.
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