Parts of Herefordshire have been shaken by an earthquake, according to the British Geological Survey.
The earthquake hit the Rowlestone area of the county, near the Welsh border.
It hit at around 11.15am on Thursday 15th May.
The earthquake measured 1.8 on the Richter scale, making it a micro earthquake.
The UK is shook by many of these earthquakes every year.
| Magnitude | Earthquake Effects | Estimated Number Each Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5 or less | Usually not felt, but can be recorded by seismograph. | Millions |
| 2.5 to 5.4 | Often felt, but only causes minor damage. | 500,000 |
| 5.5 to 6.0 | Slight damage to buildings and other structures. | 350 |
| 6.1 to 6.9 | May cause a lot of damage in very populated areas. | 100 |
| 7.0 to 7.9 | Major earthquake. Serious damage. | 10-15 |
| 8.0 or greater | Great earthquake. Can totally destroy communities near the epicenter. | One every year or two |
