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5.1-Magnitude Quake Hits N.C., Causes Minor Damage

5.1-Magnitude Quake Hits N.C., Causes Minor Damage

SPARTA, N.C. (AP) — Officials say an earthquake has shaken much of North Carolina, rattling homes, buildings and residents. The National Weather Service in Greenville said the 5.1-magnitude temblor struck Sparta at 8:07 a.m. Sunday, following a much smaller quake several hours earlier. The weather service said it was the largest earthquake to hit the…read more »

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