The United States Geological Survey (USGS) said two earthquakes were recorded in Southern New England on Wednesday.

A 1.9 magnitude earthquake was recorded near Moodus, Connecticut, around 5:30 p.m., and then a 1.8 magnitude earthquake was recorded in Mattapoisett, Massachusetts, around 9:11 p.m.

The USGS said that while earthquakes on the East Coast are less common than out West, they can be felt more widely.

Normally, Southern New England only feels earthquakes of 1.0 to 2.5 magnitudes.