KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – Just after 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, an earthquake was felt across East Tennessee.
United States Geological Survey originally reported a 3.5 magnitude earthquake, then updated the report to a 4.1 magnitude.
Based off of the preliminary report from USGS, the earthquake was felt as far as Atlanta, Ga. The agency also forecasted a 23% chance for an aftershock, which could happen in the coming week.
News Watch Live First Alert Weather Stream WVLT Sports Tennessee Valley Sports Submit Photos & Video 4.1 magnitude earthquake felt across East Tennessee USGS reported a 4.1 magnitude earthquake Just after 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, a small earthquake was felt across East Tennessee. By Erin Rogers and Josh Jarnagin Published: May 10, 2025 at 2:30 PM GMT+1|Updated: May 11, 2025 at 3:39 PM GMT+1 KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – Just after 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, an earthquake was felt across East Tennessee. United States Geological Survey originally reported a 3.5 magnitude earthquake, then updated the report to a 4.1 magnitude. Based off of the preliminary report from USGS, the earthquake was felt as far as Atlanta, Ga. The agency also forecasted a 23% chance for an aftershock, which could happen in the coming week. wvlt The epicenter is reported to be out of Blount County. As far as damage, the Tennessee Department of Transportation’s Mark Nagi said they had no reports of damaged roads. Rural Metro Fire’s Jeff Bagwell said there was a brief gas leak in West Knox County, but that was the only call they responded to because of the earthquake. Blount County Emergency Management Agency Director Lance Coleman said there were no reports of injuries or damage across the county, but they did receive lots of phone calls. WVLT News spoke with a Tennessee Valley Authority representative as well, who said the only dam that saw enough movement to require inspection was Fontana Dam, which saw no issues. WVLT News also reached out to multiple attractions in Sevier County. Dollywood, Wilderness in the Smokies and The Island in Pigeon Forge each reported no damage to any of their rides or attractions. The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency said it is working with local, regional and state partners to determine impacts and any needs following the earthquake. As of 11 a.m., officials said there haven’t been any reports of damage or injuries. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park said a portion of Foothills Parkway West was shut down from the earthquake, but it reopened Sunday morning after an inspection by the Federal Highway Administration found there was no damage.
