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Chicago, Illinois – A rare Midwest earthquake early Tuesday is renewing conversations about earthquake preparedness across Illinois, reminding residents that seismic activity is not confined to the West Coast. The magnitude 2.6 quake struck overnight in the Ohio Valley region, close enough to prompt awareness across Illinois and reinforce the state’s lesser-known seismic risk.
According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the earthquake occurred at a shallow depth, a factor that can allow even smaller tremors to be felt across a broad area. While no damage or injuries were reported, emergency managers say the event highlights how earthquakes often go overlooked in the Midwest until they occur…