A 3.0 magnitude earthquake was recorded in central Virginia on Tuesday afternoon, May 6th, according to the US Geological Survey.
The earthquake was reported about five miles south of Dilwin, Virginia, and about 66 miles west of Richmond. The USGS said the earthquake occurred five miles deep underground.
No injuries or damages were reported immediately in connection with Tuesday’s earthquake.
Tuesday’s shake comes just days after another earthquake in Virginia. On May 1st, a 1.6 magniture earthquake was reported near Short Pump, Virginia, outside Richmond.
How strong does an earthquake need to be to cause damage?
According to USGS, there is no size to cause damage. It depends on other variables such as distance from the earthquake, the type of soil you are in, the construction of the building, etc.
However, the USGS states that no damage usually occurs until the earthquake reaches a location where the magnitude of the earthquake exceeds 4 or 5.
Contributions: Gabe Hauari, USA Today
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