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Indianapolis, Indiana – A rare Midwest earthquake early Tuesday is renewing conversations about earthquake preparedness across Indiana, reminding residents that seismic activity is not limited to the West Coast or major fault zones. The magnitude 2.6 quake struck overnight in the Ohio Valley region, close enough to draw attention across Indiana and reinforce the state’s lesser-known earthquake 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 wider area. While no damage or injuries were reported, emergency managers say the event underscores how easily earthquakes can be overlooked in the Midwest until they happen…