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Earthquake felt across much of England and Wales



A minor earthquake with a 4.4 magnitude has affected parts of Wales and England.
The quake was felt over all of Wales, most of western England, as far east as London and as far north as the southern edge of the Lake District, the British Geological Survey (BGS) said.
The epicentre was approximately 20km north-north-east of Swansea and at a depth of 7.4km, it added.
There have been no reports of serious damage or injuries. Britain reacts to 'underwhelming' quake
Earthquake tremor was 'frightening'
Earthquake 'not unexpected'
Events of this magnitude happen in the UK every three to five years, the BGS said.
Roger Musson, from the BGS, said it was the largest earthquake in Britain for the last 10 years.


1,330 posted on 02/17/2018 12:23:34 PM PST by Steven W.
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