2.5 magnitude earthquake strikes Derbyshire and Leicestershire at 1:42am, felt in Matlock, Derby, and Belton.

2.5 magnitude earthquake strikes Derbyshire and Leicestershire, waking residents at 1.42am. The tremors were felt in Matlock, Derby, and Belton. British Geological Surveys described the event as a "weak trembling" and "moderate rumbling sound." This is the largest detected earthquake in the area since a similar 2.5 magnitude quake hit Buxton in January.

April 19, 2024
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