3.6 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Illinois, USGS Confirms
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A 3.6 magnitude earthquake struck Putnam County, Illinois, near the border with LaSalle County, according to the US Geological Survey. The earthquake, which had an estimated depth of 3.6 kilometers, woke up residents and caused shaking for about 5 to 10 seconds. There have been no reports of significant damage in the area. Illinois averages one earthquake a year, with minor damage occurring every 20 years.
- Illinois earthquake: 3.6 quake reported in Standard, Putnam County near LaSalle County border, US Geological Survey says WLS-TV
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- Update: 3.6 Quake Hits Standard | Classic Hits 103.9 WLPO | starvedrock.media Starved Rock Media
- 3.6 magnitude earthquake reported in northern Illinois WGN TV Chicago
- 3.6 earthquake reported in Illinois, USGS says ABC 7 Chicago
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