M 2.9 Earthquake, Lake Michigan, 39 km ESE of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin

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A 2.9 magnitude earthquake occurred in Lake Michigan, 39 km ESE of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, on August 2, 2024, at a depth of 10.9 km. This rare seismic event drew attention from residents in Milwaukee, as earthquakes are uncommon in the Midwest. Meteorologist Taylor Patterson noted the unusual nature of the quake, especially following a night of storms in the region. Despite its significance to local observers, the earthquake is considered minor, with similar magnitudes occurring frequently worldwide without causing damage. The discussion highlights the rarity of seismic activity in Wisconsin and the public's reaction to such events.
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M 2.9 - 39 km ESE of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin​

https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/us6000nhkd/executive
  • 2024-08-02 14:18:57 (UTC)
  • 44.683°N 86.928°W
  • 10.9 km depth
An unusual but not very significant earthquake. It got the attention of folks in Milwaukee, WI.

Lake Michigan had a 2.9 magnitude earthquake Friday morning, a rare occurrence
https://news.yahoo.com/news/lake-michigan-had-2-9-162241407.html

Following a night of storms scattered across Wisconsin, Friday morning brought something almost unheard of in the Midwest: an earthquake.

Taylor Patterson, a meteorologist for the National Weather Service, said a 2.9 magnitude earthquake took place in Lake Michigan off the shore of Sturgeon Bay around 9:00 am Friday.

"This is something that is unusual," Patterson said. "It's not typical for there to be any earthquake activity in the Midwest let alone in Wisconsin."
 
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Following a night of storms? I guess. But they could just as correctly have said "following a dip in Bitcoin".
 

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