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Boston shaking in earthquake surprise

A magnitude 3.8 earthquake rattled the Boston area on Monday, originating off the coast near York Harbor, Maine, approximately 12 miles underground. Though relatively minor, it was significant enough for people to feel its vibrations as far away as New Haven, Connecticut, and Albany, New York.

Residents share confusion

Many locals initially believed the rumbling was caused by a vehicle accident or an explosion. In Maine, the quake interrupted a quiet winter morning, prompting people to step outside or check their surroundings. Some took to social media to exchange stories of surprise and relief that the shaking subsided quickly.

Local agencies respond

The Maine Emergency Management Agency received no reports of major damage or injuries, urging the public to call 911 only for true emergencies. New Hampshire’s Department of Safety and Massport, which oversees Boston Logan International Airport, also reported no quake-related issues.

Earthquakes in New England not rare

According to the U.S. Geological Survey, small tremors occur in this region about twice a year. Larger events are uncommon but can be felt over broad areas due to geological conditions. A 4.8 magnitude quake centered in New Jersey was felt in Boston last year, indicating that the Northeast still experiences periodic seismic activity.

Past quakes in the region

New England has a history of occasional quakes dating back to colonial times. Though less frequent than on the West Coast, the region’s quakes can still jolt communities. An event near Hollis Center, Maine, measured 4.7 in 2012, and upstate New York recorded a 5.1 quake in 2002.

Schools, businesses assess damage

School officials in Kennebunk, Maine, quickly inspected facilities for damage and found no issues. Residents and business owners across the affected areas did the same. Most reported only brief shaking and minimal disruption, with normal operations resuming soon after.

Herbert Bauernebel

Herbert Bauernebel has been reporting from New York since 1999 and currently works for Bild.de, OE24 TV, and US Live. He also runs the news portal AmerikaReport.de. Bauernebel has covered nearly all major US events of the past quarter-century, including 9/11, Hurricane Katrina, Barack Obama’s election, Donald Trump’s surprise victory, the pandemic, last year’s election showdown, as well as natural disasters such as hurricanes and oil spills. He has also reported firsthand on international events, including the Asian tsunami, the Haiti earthquake, and the Fukushima disaster. He lives in Brooklyn with his family and holds degrees in communication and political science from the University of Vienna. Bauernebel is the author of a book about his experiences on 9/11, And the Air Was Full of Ash: 9/11 – The Day That Changed My Life.

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