Second earthquake in 3 days reported near Irmo

  • February 17, 2026


COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) – A second earthquake in three days was reported in Irmo late Sunday.

The United States Geological Survey said a magnitude 2.0 earthquake was detected around three miles west of Irmo at around midnight.

The United States Geological Survey said a magnitude 2.0 earthquake was detected around three miles west of Irmo at around midnight. (WIS)

It came after a magnitude 2.8 quake was reported Friday night near the same area.

A chart explaining earthquake magnitudes from the WIS First Alert Weather Team.
A chart explaining earthquake magnitudes from the WIS First Alert Weather Team. (WIS First Alert Weather)

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