Small Earthquake Recorded Near Allen, Oklahoma

December 21, 2010

The U.S. Geological Survey has recorded a 2.5 magnitude earthquake near the small town of Allen in Pontotoc County.

No injuries or damage is reported.

The survey reports the quake was recorded at 10:21 p.m. on Dec. 19 about one mile south of Allen – about 75 miles southeast of Oklahoma City.

Geologists say earthquakes of 2.5 to 3 are generally the smallest felt by people.

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