Magnitude 2.8 earthquake shakes west of Richmond, Virginia

While you may think quakes are a western US problem, some of the largest temblors in US history have happened in the East.

Residents across central Virginia were rattled by a 2.8 earthquake on Tuesday afternoon. 

The U.S. Geological Survey said that the earthquake struck just after 1 p.m. near Dillwyn, Virginia, located about an hour west of Richmond.

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So far, officials say residents in west-central Virginia have felt the shaking. 

It is unknown at this time if any damage or injuries have been reported. 

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.