KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – Just after 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, an earthquake was felt across East Tennessee.
United States Geological Survey originally reported a 3.5 magnitude earthquake, then updated the report to a 4.1 magnitude.
Based off of the preliminary report from USGS, the earthquake was felt as far as Atlanta, Ga. The agency also forecasted a 23% chance for an aftershock, which could happen in the coming week.
The epicenter is reported to be out of Blount County. As far as damage, the Tennessee Department of Transportation’s Mark Nagi said they had no reports of damaged roads, but would be inspecting bridges throughout the next few weeks as a precaution…