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Illinois Quake? Wow

Today's 5.2 temblor is 'not unusual' for region, expert says

By Harry Kimball, Newser Staff

Posted Apr 18, 2008 6:54 PM CDT

(Newser) – A geologist has sent a ripple of curiosity through the media by calling today's Illinois earthquake “not unusual," ABC News reports. The 5.2 temblor, which caused no injuries or major damage, is one of many the state has experienced since 1795. One... Read full story »

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