Nags Head earthquake

Nags Head, North Carolina, US

Magnitude Time Place Distance (km)
1.7 8 hours 18 minutes ago 3 km S of Rising Sun, Maryland 414
2.1 13 hours 31 minutes ago 2 km W of Rising Sun, Maryland 417
1.9 2 months ago 3 km WNW of Thurmond, North Carolina 482
2.4 2 months 3 weeks ago 8 km NE of Bel Air North, Maryland 411
2.0 4 months 2 weeks ago 7 km WNW of Randleman, North Carolina 383

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What is the largest earthquake near Nags Head, North Carolina, US?

Recent earthquake near Nags Head, North Carolina, US: 3.0 magnitude quake, located 304 km a way from Nags Head, North Carolina, US. The 8 km S of Dillwyn, Virginia earthquake occurred on 2025-05-06.

Nags Head, North Carolina, US earthquake map

Magnitude 7 Nags Head, North Carolina, US Earthquakes

0 earthquakes magnitude 7 impacted Kremlin, Oklahoma, US

Magnitude 6 Nags Head, North Carolina, US Earthquakes

0 earthquakes magnitude 6 impacted Kremlin, Oklahoma, US

Magnitude 5 Nags Head, North Carolina, US Earthquakes

0 earthquakes magnitude 5 impacted Northwest Mobile Home Park, Washington, US

Best place to be in an earthquake

Small tremors can be precursors to bigger earthquakes. If you're feeling uneasy about your surroundings, it might be wise to seek safer spots for a brief period. Your safety is paramount, so trust your instincts and find comfort in secure locations nearby.