Earthquake in North Carolina Felt in Upstate SC, USGS Said
A 5.1 magnitude earthquake in North Carolina this morning could be felt in the Upstate, according to the USGS. No injuries or damages were reported.
From USGS:
Preliminary Event: M 5.1 – 3 km SE of Sparta, North Carolina: PAGER – GREEN ShakeMap – VI , DYFI? – VI, Time – 2020-08-09 12:07:37 UTC (2020-08-09 12:07:37 UTC ( at epicenter), Location: 36.479°N 81.098°W, Depth: 9.15 km (5.69 mi)