Earthquake Confirmed In Massachusetts

A relatively powerful earthquake in Southern New Hampshire was felt in the North Shore of Massachusetts Thursday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey confirmed.. The 2.7-magnitude earthquake was reported shortly before 9:30 a.m. and originated in East Kingston, N.H. It was felt at least as far south as Lynn, MA and at least as far north as Seabrook, NH.

No injuries or damage were reported.

The 2.7-magnitude measurement would make this one of the most powerful earthquakes in Massachusetts this century. The U.S. Geological Survey's records indicate this being the highest read on a Massachusetts earthquake since a 3.3-magnitude in Western Mass. in 2000.

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Amesbury and Newburyport Police were among those reporting the shaking and loud noises, with Ambesury Police tweeting that it is being reported across multiple Essex County jurisdictions.

Massachusetts has only seen three earthquakes of at least 1.5 magnitude in the past year, the last being a 1.6-magnitude in the town of Havard in November. A 2.2-magnitude was felt in Rockport in 2016.

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