A series of six earthquakes, including a notable 3.4 magnitude tremor, rattled the New Madrid region of Missouri early Monday morning. The strongest quake, centered 1 kilometer north of Marston, occurred at 5:39 AM CST, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). This seismic event was felt as far away as 150 miles in places like Memphis, Tennessee. Local residents reported feeling the ground shake, with some describing it as a significant jolt. ‘I thought it was a truck passing, but then it just kept going,’ stated one eyewitness from Marston. This swarm comes in the wake of heightened seismic activities in the region, with tremors consistently felt over the past few weeks. Residents and officials have been advised to stay prepared as the risk of aftershocks remains present. Dr. Jennifer McGee, a seismologist at the USGS, commented, ‘This region is no stranger to earthquakes, especially due to its history. We encourage everyone to be aware of their earthquake safety plans.’ The ongoing monitoring of the situation indicates potential for additional seismic activity in the days ahead.
