RICHLAND, Wash. (AP) — A small earthquake has struck in eastern Washington’s Benton County. There are no immediate reports of damages or injuries.
The U.S. Geological Survey says the magnitude 3.0 quake hit Saturday at 9:13 p.m. It was centered 9 miles north of Richland.
The USGS says several people in Pasco and Richland reported feeling the temblor.
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