Summary
A 4.7 magnitude earthquake hit near the border of Utah and Wyoming, affecting residents in Salt Lake City. The earthquake's epicenter was roughly 25 miles south of Evanston, Wyoming, and was noticed by nearly 1,600 people.
Key Facts
- A 4.7 magnitude earthquake occurred near the Utah-Wyoming border.
- The earthquake's epicenter was about 25 miles south of Evanston, Wyoming.
- The quake had a depth of 8.4 miles.
- Around 1,600 people reported feeling the earthquake.
- Salt Lake City has a population of over 217,000 people.
- The area is part of the Intermountain seismic belt, known for its earthquake activity.
- The largest recorded earthquake in the area was a 6.6 magnitude quake in 1934.
