Earthquake hits Downstate Illinois

Saturday, May 30, 2015
FAIRFIELD, Ill. (WLS) -- A 3.4-magnitude earthquake hit Downstate Illinois Friday evening, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
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The earthquake occurred around 7:30 p.m. near Fairfield, about 120 miles southeast of Springfield.

There were no reports of injuries or damage.
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