On January 27, 2025, a 3.8 magnitude earthquake struck New England, with its epicenter located off the coast of York Harbor, Maine.

Initially rated as a magnitude 4.1, the earthquake was later downgraded to 3.8 by the USGS.

Despite the tremors felt across the region, there were no immediate reports of damage.

Experts noted that the region does not sit on active fault lines, making this earthquake a significant event for New England.

Thousands reported feeling the tremor through an online tool on the USGS website, with most describing the sensation as minor.

Eyewitness accounts varied, with some residents, like Ilah Cibis from Worcester, mistaking the shaking for a passing truck.

Others, such as Patti Stanley Minnis from Scituate, described the shaking as loud and severe, while some felt it as far away as North Adams.

Meteorologists initially speculated about a sonic boom before confirming the earthquake's magnitude and location.

As of late morning on January 27, there were no reports of damage in New Hampshire, and residents were advised to inspect their homes.

The Maine Emergency Management Agency urged residents to reserve 911 calls for emergencies only, as confusion about the event spread on social media.

The situation remains developing, with further updates expected as authorities continue to assess the impact of the earthquake.

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