Oklahoma Earthquake Felt in Northwest Arkansas and Beyond
A powerful earthquake struck central Oklahoma on February 2, and its impact was felt far and wide. The magnitude 5.1 quake, centered in Prague, Oklahoma, surprised residents in Northwest Arkansas and beyond with its potent tremors.
As the ground shook at 11:24 p.m. Friday, it was not just Oklahoma residents who felt the quake. Its reach extended to Missouri and Kansas, apart from Northwest Arkansas, causing widespread commotion.
The immediate response saw a flurry of social media updates from those who felt the quake. The end result was fortunate – no significant injuries were reported, and damage was minimal. However, the fears it generated were palpable, as many people reported items shaken from shelves or knocked over.
This is not the first major earthquake Oklahoma has experienced. Just eight years ago, on September 3, 2016, a magnitude 5.8 quake hit near Pawnee. Both these events left an indelible mark on the region.
The aftershocks of the quake continue to resonate in the affected areas, leaving residents wary but grateful for the lack of serious consequences.
