Magnitude 5.1 earthquake rattles Hawaii’s Big Island
The magnitude 5.1 quake hit just before 6 p.m. local time, centered just inland from the Pacific Ocean about 28 miles southwest of Hilo, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake rattles Hawaii on Monday.
The 5.1 quake hit about 28 miles outside of Hilo on the state's Big Island Monday evening.
HILO, Hawaii – Hawaiians on the state’s Big Island had a shake added to their dinner menu Monday evening when a moderate-sized earthquake struck near Hilo, Hawaii.
The magnitude 5.1 quake hit just before 6 p.m. local time, centered just inland from the Pacific Ocean about 28 miles southwest of Hilo, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
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The quake was rather shallow, measured at a depth of just 1.25 miles. The USGS shake intensity map indicates weak to light shaking was felt across the island.
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KHON-TV in Honolulu says many area residents reported feeling the quake, but there were no reports of any damage or injuries.