Earthquake: A small earthquake shook Brown County, Ohio, early Thursday morning, near the border with Kentucky. The 2.4 magnitude quake struck just after midnight, about four miles from Georgetown, at a depth of five miles, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).

While earthquakes with a magnitude of 2.5 or less are considered minor and typically go unnoticed, they are still significant in terms of seismographic data. Such quakes occur millions of times around the world each year but are rarely felt by people.

This earthquake in Brown County was no exception; despite its size, it is unlikely that residents of the area felt the tremor. Earthquakes of this magnitude are typically detected only by seismographs and are used by scientists to monitor geological activity.

The region is not typically known for frequent seismic activity, but this event serves as a reminder that earthquakes can happen in places not usually associated with large quakes. The USGS continues to monitor seismic activity across the U.S. to ensure public safety and provide timely information on such events.

For now, Brown County residents can rest assured that the quake did not cause significant damage, and the event was relatively minor. However, scientists will continue to study the area to track any changes in seismic patterns.