Third small earthquake reported in Lowcountry in less than a week

LADSON, S.C. (WCSC) — Yet another minor earthquake has been confirmed in Dorchester County, making it the third in less than a week.

A 1.6 magnitude earthquake originated in the Kings Grant neighborhood, which also saw a 2.9 magnitude earthquake over the weekend.

The U.S. Geological Survey reported that the quake took place at 4:10 a.m. Monday, when much of the Lowcountry was still asleep…

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