11 May 2022 | 02:16 PM UTC
US: Magnitude-4.2 earthquake occurs in Wyoming at around 07:32 May 11
Magnitude-4.2 earthquake occurs in Wyoming, US, at around 07:32 May 11. No immediate reports of damage or injuries.
Event
A magnitude-4.2 earthquake occurred at Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming at around 07:32 May 11. The epicenter was about 75 km (47 miles) west of Cody, Wyoming, and 137 km (85 miles) southeast of Bozeman, Montana. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 15 km (9 miles), and light shaking may have been felt in parts of Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho, in the northern US. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties as a result of the earthquake; significant damage is unlikely. It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Aftershocks are likely over the coming days. The event has not prompted any tsunami advisories.
Officials may temporarily shut down transportation infrastructure in impacted areas to check for damage. Minor disruptions could occur during shutdowns, but service will likely resume quickly if no damage is found. Utility outages are possible where shaking occurred.
Advice
Out of an abundance of caution, consider vacating multistory buildings where shaking occurred until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Monitor and plan for aftershocks.
