3.5 magnitude earthquake confirmed near Elgin

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– According to the South Carolina Emergency Management Division, a 3.5 magnitude earthquake was recorded three miles east of Elgin. The earthquake was confirmed by the United States Geological Survey.

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At 2:57 p.m., USGS reported a second earthquake in the area. Officials say the second earthquake had a magnitude of 2.06.