Earthquakes in Tennessee

0 earthquakes in the last 24 hours• Latest significant: M2.5

Earthquake Map

Map showing earthquake epicenter at 35.52°, -86.58°

Recent Earthquakes (Last 30 Days)

Dataset at a glance — Tennessee

Over the past 30 days, Tennessee has recorded 1 earthquake of magnitude 2.5 or greater in our tracker. The remaining 1 fell in the M2.5–M3.9 band. By depth: 1 shallow (<70 km). 1 event produced at least one felt report, totalling 2 citizen submissions to the USGS Did You Feel It? system. All 1 solutions have been reviewed by a USGS seismologist.

Leading the list is a magnitude 2.5 event near 12 km NNE of Trinity, Alabama at 7.2 km depth, which drew 2 felt reports from the public.

Each row in the table below includes a narrative summary of the event, ordered by time. Use the column headers to sort or filter by magnitude.

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Time ↓	Mag ↕	Location ↕	Depth ↕	Felt ↕	MMI	Alert	Status	Details
2026-04-27 2026-04-27 03:54:54 UTC	2.5md	12 km NNE of Trinity, Alabama 34.716°, -87.060°	7.2 km	2	-	-	✓ Reviewed	USGS →
On April 27, 2026 at 03:54 UTC, a magnitude 2.5 earthquake struck 12 km NNE of Trinity, Alabama. A small number of nearby observers (2) submitted felt reports to the USGS. The hypocenter lay at 7.2 km, placing this in the shallow crustal category. The epicenter is at 34.716°, -87.060°. The solution has been reviewed by a USGS seismologist and is considered finalized. See the M2.5 event page for the full report, ShakeMap, and citizen-reported intensity data.

Legend:

Mag: Magnitude ({magType} = ml, mb, mw, etc.)

Felt: Number of DYFI felt reports

MMI: Modified Mercalli Intensity (I-X+)

Alert: PAGER alert level

Depth: Shallow (<70km), Intermediate, Deep (>300km)

Status: Auto = preliminary, Reviewed = verified by seismologist

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Earthquake Statistics

Last 24 Hours0

Last 30 Days1

2026 (M2.5+)1

Largest (30 Days)

M2.5

12 km NNE of Trinity, Alabama

2026-04-27

Largest in 2026

M2.5

12 km NNE of Trinity, Alabama

2026-04-27

Seismic Risk Level

Moderate

Data from USGS Earthquake Hazards Program. Updated every 5 minutes.

About Tennessee

Western Tennessee sits within the New Madrid Seismic Zone, one of the most active earthquake areas east of the Rockies. The 1811-1812 New Madrid earthquakes remain among the largest in U.S. history.

Major Faults:

New Madrid

Tennessee Earthquakes 2026

In 2026, Tennessee has recorded 1 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or greater so far. The largest earthquake in Tennessee in 2026 was a magnitude 2.5 event near Trinity, Alabama. As of today, seismic monitoring continues with 0 earthquakes detected in the past 24 hours and 1 in the last 30 days.

Seismic Activity in Tennessee

Western Tennessee sits within the New Madrid Seismic Zone, one of the most active earthquake areas east of the Rockies. The 1811-1812 New Madrid earthquakes remain among the largest in U.S. history.

Tennessee has a Moderate seismic risk level based on historical earthquake data and proximity to active fault lines.

Over the past 30 days, there have been 1 recorded earthquakes in this region. The largest recent earthquake was a magnitude 2.5 event near 12 km NNE of Trinity, Alabama.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many earthquakes occur in Tennessee?

In the past 30 days, 1 earthquakes have been recorded in the Tennessee region. The number varies based on seismic activity in the area.

What was the biggest recent earthquake in Tennessee?

The largest recent earthquake in the Tennessee area was a magnitude 2.5 event that occurred 12 km NNE of Trinity, Alabama.

Is Tennessee on a fault line?

Yes, Tennessee is located near major fault systems including the new madrid. These faults contribute to the seismic activity in the region.

Is Tennessee at risk for earthquakes?

Tennessee has a moderate seismic risk level. Western Tennessee sits within the New Madrid Seismic Zone, one of the most active earthquake areas east of the Rockies. The 1811-1812 New Madrid earthquakes remain among the largest in U.S. history.

How can I prepare for earthquakes in Tennessee?

Residents should secure heavy furniture, create an emergency kit with supplies for 72 hours, develop a family communication plan, and practice "Drop, Cover, and Hold On" during earthquake drills. Visit our preparedness section for detailed guides.