On January 27, 2025, a 3.8 magnitude earthquake struck southeast of York Harbor, Maine, at a depth of eight miles. The tremor was felt across New England, reaching areas as far as Rhode Island and New Hampshire. While earthquakes are not common in this region, the incident serves as a reminder of potential seismic activity along the Atlantic Seaboard. Many local residents shared their experiences, describing the shaking in various ways, but there were no reported injuries or significant damage following the quake.
"It felt like a truck had hit the house or something had exploded - it seemed to be two different waves or rumbles. The dog ran to the window, looking scared." - Cat B., York, Maine
"It felt like our house was lifted up and then put down again. I experienced an earthquake in San Francisco years ago and this felt stronger! All is okay though." - Stephanie G., York, Maine
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