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Residents of Rosman, North Carolina, experienced a 2.2-magnitude earthquake late Friday night. The quake, centered west of Rosman, was felt by a few but caused no injuries or damage. Following a recent 4.1-magnitude quake earlier this month, this smaller tremor is a reminder of the frequent seismic activity in the area. USGS continues to monitor such events, encouraging locals to prepare for future occurrences.
Rosman, North Carolina – A 2.2-magnitude earthquake was recorded late Friday night in the North Carolina mountains. The seismic event occurred at 11:23 p.m. and was centered approximately 5.6 miles west of Rosman, a small town located in Transylvania County with a population of around 730 residents.
Though earthquakes of this magnitude are typically categorized as weak and are unlikely to cause any destruction, reports indicate that at least two individuals noted feeling the tremors on social media. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), no significant damage or injuries were reported following the event, indicating that the quake did not pose a threat to the community.
Rosman is situated on the eastern edge of Pisgah National Forest, roughly 9 miles southwest of Brevard. The larger city of Charlotte lies approximately 140 miles east of Rosman, positioning the town in a relatively remote area of the state.
This earthquake follows closely on the heels of a more powerful seismic event that took place earlier this month. On May 10, a 4.1-magnitude earthquake occurred near the Tennessee-North Carolina border. This earlier quake was felt as far east as Charlotte and struck at 9:04 a.m. Its epicenter was located about 12 miles southeast of Greenback, Tennessee, near North Carolina’s Nantahala National Forest. While the earlier quake was of a higher magnitude, it too did not result in any reported damages or injuries.
The occurrence of earthquakes in North Carolina is not uncommon, particularly in the mountainous regions. However, quakes beneath a magnitude of 3.0 are generally characterized as minor and do not often lead to significant geological impacts or community disruptions.
The USGS continues to monitor seismic activity in the region, providing updates and data to the public to help keep residents informed about these natural occurrences. Inhabitants of areas like Rosman are encouraged to familiarize themselves with earthquake preparedness measures, even though occurrences of significant quakes in the area have been relatively rare.
As residents of Rosman and nearby towns assess the small earthquake, it is a reminder of the natural forces at work beneath the surface of the earth. While this recent quake has not raised alarm levels, it is integral for community members to understand such events and prepare accordingly for any future seismic activity.
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- Charlotte Observer: North Carolina Earthquake
- Wikipedia: Earthquake
- Fox Carolina: Overnight Earthquake Report
- Google Search: North Carolina earthquake 2025
- WYFF: 2.4 Magnitude Earthquake
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Seismic Wave
- WSOC TV: Earthquake Hits NC & SC
- Google News: North Carolina earthquake news
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