The United States Geological Survey (USGS) recorded a 4.9 magnitude earthquake on March 5 near Edgefield in Red River Parish.
According to preliminary information from the USGS, the earthquake occurred earlier today and was centered near the Edgefield community.
Earthquakes of this magnitude may be felt by residents in the surrounding region, depending on the depth of the quake and distance from the epicenter.
Some residents in Natchitoches Parish reported feeling homes and pictures on walls shaking.
