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flag A 2.3 magnitude earthquake hit near Elgin, SC, on Jan. 27, 2026, part of a prolonged seismic swarm with no injuries or damage.

flag A 2.3 magnitude earthquake struck 4.2 miles east-southeast of Elgin, South Carolina, on January 27, 2026, at 3:30 p.m., marking the second quake in the area within a week. flag The U.S. Geological Survey reports no injuries or damage, with the tremor rated IV on the Modified Mercalli Scale. flag The event is part of an ongoing seismic swarm in Kershaw County that began in December 2021, the longest such period in South Carolina’s history. flag Authorities are monitoring the situation and encourage residents to report shaking experiences via the USGS “Did you feel it?” program.

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