Earthquake in the mountains of North Carolina. No damage was reported

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A small earthquake occurred in the mountains of North Carolina late Wednesday night but fortunately no damage was reported.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW The earthquake registered 2.7 on the Momentary Strength Scale (MMS) It was 10:23 p.m. on Wednesday when the quake struck, causing moderate damage in the Carolinas about once every 30 years, and less impactful earthquakes occur about once every 30 of the year to two years

While weather is greatly affected by the time of day, earthquakes don’t care about the hour. A minor earthquake struck western North Carolina late Wednesday night.

The quake occurred at 10:23 p.m. Wednesday and recorded a magnitude of 2.7.

Shaking was reported in Asheville, Brevard, and Hendersonville.

No damage or injuries were reported but the question of “Did you feel it?” The USGS website has received 700 responses as of this morning.

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