A small earthquake with a magnitude of 2.8 hit the area near the Kansas-Nebraska border in Cowles, NE, causing a brief shaking sensation in the region on Monday morning.
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) reported that a seismic event took place at 2:46 a.m. UTC (8:46 p.m. CST Sunday) near Cowles, Nebraska, approximately 10 kilometers to the east. This earthquake had a shallow depth of 9.7 kilometers, which typically leads to more intense shaking on the surface.
Residents in certain areas of southern Nebraska and northern Kansas may have experienced slight tremors, although no reports of damage or injuries have been received. According to the USGS, eight citizens have confirmed feeling the shaking.
Earthquakes of this size are not common, but they have been observed in the central United States. The area sometimes sees small seismic events as a result of ancient fault lines.
Residents are encouraged to promptly report any structural damage they may encounter and to stay updated on possible aftershocks. The USGS is diligently monitoring the ongoing situation.