Small Earthquake Beneath Lake Erie, Ohio

Origin Time: February 10, 2006, 13:30:42 UTC
PLocation: 41.75º N   81.41º W
Magnitude: 2.6 mbLg
Depth: 5 km (Fixed)

A small earthquake occurred beneath Lake Erie at 8:30 a.m. EST about 5 km (3 miles) northwest of Mentor-on-the-Lake. Felt reports were received from Mentor-on-the-Lake and Willoughby. No damage was reported. This is the third earthquake this year in this general location. A 2.6 event occurred on January 6 (UTC) and a 2.3 event occurred on January 13. Individuals who felt this earthquake are encouraged to fill out a short form at:
http://www.dnr.state.oh.us/ohioseis/html/felt.htm.