Crime & Safety

Magnitude-1.4 Earthquake Hits New Hampshire

The earthquake, the second to hit the area in just over a week, was recorded in Chesterfield.

The quake was felt as far out as Concord.
The quake was felt as far out as Concord. (Kristin Borden/Patch)

NEW HAMPSHIRE — A 1.4-magnitude earthquake was detected in Chesterfield and felt as far out as Concord Monday evening, according to the United States Geological Survey.

The earthquake — the second reported in the area in just over a week — hit around 7:25 p.m. and had a depth of roughly 2.49 miles.

A 1.6-magnitude earthquake hit West Chesterfield on May 19.

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