Earthquake Occurs in Northern England

A 3.3 magnitude earthquake struck near Silverdale, Lancashire, shortly after 11:23 PM, with tremors felt across the region, including Kendal and Ulverston. Residents described the experience as similar to an “underground explosion,” prompting over 1,100 reports of shaking, though most were characterized as light or weak. Local authorities confirmed no injuries or damage, while the British Geological Survey noted that such quakes are relatively common in the UK, with only a small percentage being significant enough to be felt.

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