Small 3.9 earthquake strikes near Dyersburg, Tennessee

A 3.9-magnitude earthquake struck near Dyersburg in Dyer County, Tennessee, on Thursday, April 23, 2026.

The tremor occurred at 12:59 p.m. local time at a shallow depth of about 7.6 miles, according to preliminary data from the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC), which first reported the event.

Early seismic data suggests the quake likely did not cause significant damage, though many people near the epicenter may have felt light shaking.

Weak vibrations were likely felt in nearby communities including Cooter, Steele, Blytheville, Gosnell, Hayti, and Caruthersville.

Residents in surrounding areas such as Kennett, Dyersburg, Osceola, and Paragould may have experienced very light shaking.

There have been no immediate reports of damage or injuries.

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