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Did you feel it? Magnitude 3.6 earthquake strikes southern Jefferson County Sunday

WRVO | By Jason Smith
Published April 23, 2023 at 2:58 PM EDT
Blue squares on this map indicate where people reported feeling a magnitude 3.6 earthquake in Jefferson County Sunday. The star on the map is where the earthquake was centered.
United State Geological Survey
Blue squares on this map indicate where people reported feeling a magnitude 3.6 earthquake in Jefferson County Sunday. The star on the map is where the earthquake was centered.

The United States Geological Survey (USGS) confirmed a 3.6 magnitude earthquake struck Southern Jefferson County Sunday.

The earthquake was centered about a half mile north of Adams Center, about 10 miles south of Watertown. Social media reports the quake was felt as far south as Syracuse and as far north as Ottawa.

There are no reports of any damage or injuries.

The USGS also confirmed a 2.6 magnitude quake in nearly the same location on April 14.
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Jason serves as WRVO’s News Director and host of "Morning Edition." In his role as News Director, Jason produces hourly newscasts and directs local news coverage and special programming. As the host of "Morning Edition," he provides listeners with the latest news, weather, and information to start their day.
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