5.0 magnitude earthquake reported near Fern Forest, Big Island

According to the U.S. Geological Survey a 5.0 magnitude earthquake rocked part of the Big Island Sunday afternoon.

USGS says the quake originated about 10 miles south of Fern Forest at about 4:36 p.m.

The 5.0 magnitude quake was preceeded by a 4.1 magnitude earthquake in the same area and followed by several smaller aftershocks.

So far, no reports of any injuries or major damage caused by the earthquake.

A tsunami alert has not been issued.

See the original article at: KHON2 Developing Stories

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