A small earthquake was detected just after 10pm Thursday near Coushatta, according to data from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). Sensors recorded the tremor approximately 1.2 miles north-northwest of town. The quake registered at a magnitude of 2.7 and was measured at a depth of just over three miles.

Although the event was minor, it adds to a growing list of small seismic disturbances reported in that same section of Red River Parish over the past several years. While earthquakes of this size are generally not strong enough to cause structural damage, they are often noticeable to residents living near the epicenter, especially when the depth is shallow, as with Thursday night’s activity.

Historically, Louisiana sees only occasional low-magnitude earthquakes, most of which go unfelt or are interpreted as brief vibrations or noise. The USGS continues to monitor seismic behavior in the region and track any patterns.

At this time, no damage has been reported, and no additional quakes have been recorded in the immediate area.