UPDATE: A 3.3-magnitude earthquake has just rattled England, with tremors felt as far away as London. The British Geological Survey (BGS) confirmed the seismic event occurred at 11:23 PM on October 25, 2023, striking just 3 kilometers below the surface in Lancashire. Reports are flooding in from across the UK, with residents describing homes shaking and intense rumbling sounds.
Residents across a wide area—including Kendal and Ulverston—experienced the quake, which has resulted in over 1,056 reports of shaking already logged by the BGS. Many described the sensation as feeling like an explosion, with one local from Carnforth stating, “I thought something had crashed into the house!” Another witness reported feeling their room shake for up to five seconds after hearing a deep rumble.
The BGS noted that this quake is the second significant seismic event to hit Great Britain within the last 24 hours. The earlier quake had a magnitude of 3.4, marking a notable increase in seismic activity in the region. A spokesperson for Volcano Discovery indicated, “In the past 24 hours, England has had two quakes of magnitude 3.0 or more.”
Reports from various locations detail widespread disturbances. A resident in Blackpool described their experience: “The room felt as though it was moving side to side.” Another individual in Chelsea, London, reported feeling a “weak shaking” at their address.
This latest earthquake adds to a series of minor tremors experienced in England; since 2025, the UK has recorded 66 earthquakes of magnitude up to 3.4. The BGS typically detects between 200 and 300 earthquakes in the UK each year, but this recent uptick in activity has drawn attention from both officials and the public.
Residents are advised to remain vigilant as authorities continue to monitor the situation. Those who felt the tremor are encouraged to report their experiences to the BGS to assist in ongoing assessments.
Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops, and ensure you are prepared for potential aftershocks.
