Earthquake Shakes Tennessee, Felt Across Multiple States

A 4.1-magnitude earthquake struck near Knoxville, Tennessee on May 10, 2025, at 9:50 PM local time. The tremor was felt in parts of several states, including the Carolinas, Alabama, Kentucky, Georgia, and Virginia, according to early data from the USGS. One resident of Maryville, Tennessee, captured the event on video, showing the shaking of household objects. "We're having an earthquake here in Tennessee," the resident said in the video. The Knoxville Fire Department reported that they did not receive any reports of damage. While earthquakes are not uncommon in Tennessee, they are usually minor. This event serves as a reminder of the region's seismic activity.