Kansas–Oklahoma Border: 2.8 Magnitude Earthquake Recorded North Of Oklahoma City
LUCIEN, OK — A magnitude 2.8 earthquake was recorded early Saturday morning northwest of Lucien, Oklahoma, sending light tremors across parts of northern Oklahoma and southern Kansas.
Shallow Quake Felt Near I-35 Corridor
According to the Oklahoma Geological Survey, the quake struck around 6:30 a.m. local time (11:30 UTC) at a shallow depth of 1.3 kilometers. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) placed the epicenter roughly 4 kilometers west-northwest of Lucien, positioned between Enid and Stillwater along the I-35 corridor, a key route connecting Wichita, Kansas, to Oklahoma City.
While minor in magnitude, shallow quakes like this one can occasionally be felt near the epicenter, especially in rural communities and open plains where seismic waves travel more efficiently.
No Damage Or Injuries Reported
As of Saturday morning, there were no reports of damage or injuries, and officials continue to monitor for potential aftershock activity. The USGS encourages residents who felt shaking to submit a report through its “Did You Feel It?” portal to assist with ongoing seismic data collection.
Background On Regional Seismic Activity
Though not considered a major seismic zone, northern Oklahoma has experienced occasional low-magnitude earthquakes over the past decade. Experts say many are associated with regional fault lines and subsurface shifts, some possibly influenced by human activity such as wastewater injection.
Saturday’s quake is among several minor tremors detected this year in the region, though none have resulted in significant damage.
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