Summary
A 3.3-magnitude earthquake hit north-west England on Wednesday night, affecting areas around Kendal and Ulverston. The earthquake caused shaking in homes, but there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
Key Facts
- The earthquake had a magnitude of 3.3.
- It occurred just after 23:23 off the coast of Silverdale, Lancashire.
- Towns like Kendal and Ulverston, within 12 miles of the epicenter, felt the tremor.
- Residents reported it felt like a "loud explosion."
- The depth of the quake was 1.86 miles.
- There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
- Both Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service and Lancaster police received multiple reports about the quake.
- The British Geological Survey detects about 300 earthquakes in the UK each year, but only about 30 are usually felt by people.
