Maine’s Hidden Earthquake History | Bangor News

Maine just felt a tremor—small, but enough to stir up chatter about seismic activity in the Pine Tree State. Since 1997, over 170 quakes have rattled the region, most minor but collectively significant. The most memorable? A 4.5-magnitude quake near East Waterboro in 2012. Even larger quakes from New York and Quebec have shaken Maine’s foundations before. Hotspots include Passamaquoddy Bay, Dover-Foxcroft-Milo, and the southwest corner—but quakes have been felt coast to coast. It’s a reminder: even if you’re not in California, the ground beneath you can—and does—move. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/54ae14cb06b502ad