A notable earthquake rattled southwest Wyoming on Jan. 22, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).
The4.7 magnitude earthquaketook place in Evanston, a small city in Uinta County near the Utah border.
The quake was reported at 8:49 a.m. local time, according to the USGS.
As of late morning, no damages or injuries had been reported.
But the USGS reported the quake was felt as far away as Salt Lake City, about 80 miles southwest of Evanston.
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Earthquake magnitudes
Here are the effects of earthquakes of various magnitudes, according toMichigan Technological University:
Below 2.5: Generally not felt
2.5 to 5.4: Minor or no damage
5.5 to 6.0: Slight damage to buildings
6.1 to 6.9: Serious damage
7.0 to 7.9: Major earthquake, serious damage
8.0 or greater: Massive damage, can destroy communities
This story has been updated to add new information.
Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at nalund@usatoday.com and follow her on X @nataliealund.
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