Aug 28, 2022

Small earthquake shakes north-central Kansas

Posted Aug 28, 2022 11:00 PM
Location of the quake-Image U.S. Geological Survey
Location of the quake-Image U.S. Geological Survey

MITCHELL COUNTY —A small earthquake shook portions of north-central Kansas Sunday.

The quake just before 2p.m. measured a magnitude 2.7, according to the U.S. Geological Survey and was centered approximately 3 miles northwest of Cawker City. The Kansas Geological Survey initially reported the quake a magnitude 3.3.

There were no reports of damage or injury, according to the Mitchell County sheriff's office.