Earthquake hits Downstate Illinois

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Saturday, May 30, 2015
3.4 earthquake in IL
No injuries in downstate earthquake.

FAIRFIELD, Ill. (WLS) -- A 3.4-magnitude earthquake hit Downstate Illinois Friday evening, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.



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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