"Unusual 4.0 Magnitude Earthquake Off Florida's Cape Canaveral Coast Sparks Tsunami Concerns"

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"Unusual 4.0 Magnitude Earthquake Off Florida's Cape Canaveral Coast Sparks Tsunami Concerns"
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A rare 4.0 magnitude earthquake occurred about 100 miles off the coast of Florida in the Atlantic Ocean, prompting reports of shaking from more than 80 Floridians but causing no serious damage or injuries. Earthquakes are uncommon in the region, with the last significant one occurring in 2006, and experts believe the area to be relatively stable. The USGS is collecting reports to confirm the event as a natural earthquake, as opposed to a sonic boom or military testing.

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