Earthquake Risk in Rhode Island
Rhode Island has low seismic risk. The state occasionally experiences minor earthquakes and can feel shaking from events elsewhere in New England. Its proximity to the seismically active zone off Cape Ann means larger regional events can affect the state.
The largest earthquake recorded in Rhode Island was a magnitude 2.6 2 km E of Wauregan, Connecticut on January 13, 2015. Rhode Island has 1 notable earthquake on record since 2004.
Notable Earthquakes
1
Recorded in or near Rhode Island (since 2004)
Largest Earthquake
M2.6
2 km E of Wauregan, Connecticut (Jan 2015)
Most Recent
M2.6
Jan 13, 2015
Notable Earthquakes
Significant earthquakes recorded in or near this state.
| Magnitude | Location | Depth | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| M2.6 | 2 km E of Wauregan, Connecticut | 8.8 km | Jan 13, 2015 |
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