4.3-magnitude Kentucky earthquake felt in three states

No damage reported

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Posted: 11/10/2012
Last Updated: 192 days ago

The U.S. Geological Survey has confirmed a 4.3 magnitude occurred in Eastern Kentucky Saturday afternoon.

The USGS has indicated the earthquake originated just west of Whitesburg, Ky. at 12:08 p.m.

There were reports from people across the Tri-State who claim to have felt the tremor. Calls have been received from as far away as Butler, Ky.

According to the U.S. Geological Survey Earthquake Information Center in Golden, Colo., the quake was centered about 4 miles southeast of Vicco, Ky.

Emergency crews in the area say they have not received any damage reports at this time, but they're still assessing the situation.

The earthquake is believed to have been felt as far south as Georgia.

You can monitor information on the the USGS website.

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