JACKSON, Wyo. — A magnitude 4.2 earthquake was reported in Yellowstone National Park, near Silver Gate Montana, around 7:30 a.m today.

The United States Geological Survey reported the quake, about 91 miles northeast of Jackson.

The epicenter, marked with a star. Photo: USGS map

In Jackson Hole, the earthquake was recorded at a maximum estimated instrumental intensity (MMI) between two and three, depending on location. Earthquakes of this rating produce weak shaking and no damage.

Teton County Emergency Management shared news of the quake on their Facebook page this morning and is asking community members who felt the earthquake to submit a “felt report.”

Lindsay is a contributing reporter covering a little bit of everything; with an interest in local policies and politics, the environment and amplifying community voices. She's curious about uncovering the "whys" of our region and aims to inform the community about the issues that matter. In her free time, you can find her snowboarding, cooking or planning the next surf trip.