Small Earthquake Hits Grant County

A small earthquake was recorded near Medford, Ok., in Grant County Wednesday evening.

Wednesday, February 11th 2015, 7:39 pm

By: News 9


A small earthquake was recorded near Medford, Ok., in Grant County Wednesday evening.

The 3.0 magnitude quake struck at approximately 5:56 p.m.

Its epicenter was located nine miles south southwest of Medford, 20 miles north of Enid, and 40 miles west of Ponca City.

There have been no reports of injuries or damages associated with the earthquake.

According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), earthquakes with magnitudes ranging from 2.5 to 3.0 are generally the smallest ones felt by humans. Damage is more likely with quakes at magnitudes 4.0 and higher.

logo

Get The Daily Update!

Be among the first to get breaking news, weather, and general news updates from News 9 delivered right to your inbox!

More Like This

February 11th, 2015

March 22nd, 2024

March 14th, 2024

February 9th, 2024

Top Headlines

May 8th, 2024

May 8th, 2024

May 8th, 2024

May 8th, 2024