Minor earthquake recorded near Buttercambe in North Yorkshire

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 13 Oct, 15:02 · Archive

A 2.5 magnitude earthquake was recorded near Buttercambe, North Yorkshire, on Monday morning.

A 2.5 magnitude earthquake was recorded near Buttercambe in North Yorkshire at 10.42am on Monday, October 12, 2026. The earthquake occurred at a depth of 18km.

A spokesperson for the British Geological Survey said the organisation had received no reports that the event was felt by the public. They asked residents in the area to complete a questionnaire on the British Geological Survey website to help scientists learn more about the quake.

How it is being reported

• Minor earthquake recorded near Buttercambe in North YorkshireA 2.5 magnitude earthquake was recorded near Buttercambe, North Yorkshire, at 10.42am UTC on Monday, October 12, 2026.The Press (York) · 13 Oct, 14:13
• Minor earthquake recorded near Buttercambe in North YorkshireA 2.5 magnitude earthquake was recorded near Buttercambe, North Yorkshire, at 10.42am UTC on Monday, October 12, 2026.Gazette & Herald (Malton) · 13 Oct, 14:13

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