A 3.1 magnitude earthquake was detected 77 miles east of Columbus, Ohio, at 3:14 pm ET, with weak to light shaking felt in Cambridge. The tremor originated from the ancient Burning Springs-Cambridge fault zone, which spans over 31 miles and is believed to be more susceptible to seismic activity. Both the recent quake and another similar one on Tuesday did not result in injuries or damages. The article also discusses the effects of fracking in Ohio, highlighting concerns about its contribution to earthquakes and groundwater contamination.
The 3.1 magnitude earthquake, part of a region sitting on an ancient fault, was detected near Columbus, Ohio, with no significant damage or injuries reported.
Fracking activities, while beneficial for energy production, have raised concerns regarding increased seismic activity and groundwater contamination in areas like Ohio and Texas.
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