Residents across Red River Parish experienced another minor earthquake early Tuesday morning, marking the latest in a series of seismic events reported in the area since December.

According to available reports, a 2.9-magnitude earthquake struck at approximately 1:44 a.m. Tuesday, February 24, with a recorded depth of about 3.1 miles. The epicenter was located off U.S. Highway 371 between Louisiana Highway 177 and U.S. Highway 84, just outside the Coushatta area.

This latest tremor is now the eighth earthquake recorded near Red River Parish since December 1, 2025, continuing an unusual stretch of seismic activity that has drawn attention from residents and officials alike. While the quake was considered minor and no damage or injuries have been reported, several residents noted feeling brief shaking during the early morning hours.

Small earthquakes of this magnitude are typically not strong enough to cause structural damage, but they can be felt by people close to the epicenter, especially during quiet overnight conditions.