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Geologists Investigate Small Maine Earthquake

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DRESDEN, Maine (AP) Authorities in Maine are investigating a small earthquake.

Officials say the magnitude 2.6 quake happened at 6:47 p.m. Wednesday. Authorities say the quake’s epicenter was in the town of Dresden.

Earthquakes that measure 2.0 or less are usually not felt by people.

No injuries have been reported. Officials continue to check for structural damage.

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