Red River Parish residents felt the ground shake again on Monday, March 9, as four earthquakes struck within a span of about 10 minutes, continuing a string of seismic activity in the area.

According to preliminary reports, the quakes ranged in magnitude from 3.1 to 4.4, strong enough for many people to feel the shaking indoors and out. The series of tremors was closely clustered in time, adding to the concern and curiosity of residents who have experienced several quakes in recent weeks.

As of press time, no significant injuries or major structural damage had been reported, though some residents noted rattling windows, swaying light fixtures, and items shifting on shelves. Local officials are encouraging anyone who notices cracks, foundation changes, or other possible damage to document it and contact the appropriate authorities or their insurance representatives.

Monday’s earthquakes are the latest in a pattern of small to moderate tremors affecting Red River Parish, prompting many to follow seismic updates more closely than ever before. Parish officials and emergency personnel are staying in contact with state agencies and monitoring information from geological services as more data becomes available.

Residents are reminded that even small earthquakes are a good reason to review basic safety measures: know where to “Drop, Cover, and Hold On,” secure heavy items that could fall, and keep an emergency kit with essentials such as water, flashlights, and medications.

While the recent activity has been unsettling, local leaders emphasize that staying informed and prepared is the best way for Red River Parish to face this bout of shaking together.