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Update On Earthquake Felt In Delaware

Release from the Governor’s office:

The earthquake that affected Delaware at 1:51 p.m. this afternoon was centered in Virginia and is estimated at a magnitude of 5.9 on the Richter scale. The Delaware Geological Survey has said that what Delawareans felt was the equivalent of between 1 and 2 and would not be expected to cause structural damage. State government remained open Tuesday afternoon, though there were evacuations of some state buildings. There have been no confirmations of serious damage or injury in the state. According to the Geological Survey, there is the possibility of aftershocks, but they would likely be of significantly less intensity than the 1:51 p.m. event.
Update On Earthquake Felt In Delaware

DEMA and relevant state officials continue to monitor the event.

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Update On Earthquake Felt In Delaware

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