EAST HADDAM, Conn. — A 2.3 magnitude earthquake was detected in Moodus, Conn. Wednesday evening, according to the United States Geological Survey.
The earthquake was reported in Moodus, a village within East Haddam, at 7:33 p.m. Wednesday.
Colchester Fire and Emergency Services said the earthquake was felt in "numerous towns," followed by an "aftershock."
Reports to 911 were received about a large explosion heard by multiple surrounding communities.
More information about the earthquake via the USGS can be found here.
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