Another Earthquake Rocks Upstate New York

2.0-magnitude quake felt in parts of the North Country region

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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A 2.0-magnitude earthquake struck near Keeseville, New York on Sunday night, with the U.S. Geological Survey receiving over 30 reports of weak to light shaking in the surrounding area, including the Plattsburgh region. This is the latest in a series of earthquakes to hit New York in recent months.

Why it matters

While a 2.0-magnitude quake is relatively minor, it highlights the seismic activity in the region and the need for residents to be prepared for potential larger earthquakes in the future. New York has experienced several small to moderate quakes in recent years, raising awareness about the state's earthquake risk.

The details

The earthquake occurred around 7:50 pm on Sunday, with an epicenter near the town of Keeseville, just south of the New York-Canada border and west of Lake Champlain. Most of the reports of shaking came from the Plattsburgh area, with residents describing weak to light intensity levels between 2 and 4 on the Modified Mercalli Intensity Scale.

  • The earthquake struck around 7:50 pm on Sunday, February 16, 2026.

The players

U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)

The federal agency that monitors and reports on earthquake activity in the United States.

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The takeaway

While this earthquake was relatively minor, it serves as a reminder that New York is not immune to seismic activity and that residents should be prepared with emergency supplies and knowledge of what to do in the event of a larger quake.