Central West Virginia Rattled by Another Small Earthquake
Another small earthquake has rattled central West Virginia.
The U.S. Geological Survey says a 2.5-magnitude earthquake occurred at 12:38 a.m. Monday. The epicenter was about 10 miles east-northeast of Flatwoods and 15 miles east-northeast of Sutton.
No damage or injuries were reported.
Several minor earthquakes have occurred in Braxton County since April 4.
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