An earthquake with a 4.4 magnitude has been felt in parts of Wales and England.
Shaking was reported across south Wales, the south west of England and the Midlands.
#earthquake in #Swansea area felt from Cornwall to Liverpool pic.twitter.com/zzfZ94f8Al
— EMSC (@LastQuake) February 17, 2018
The British Geological Survey said the epicentre was around 20km north-east of Swansea.
Events of this magnitude only happen in the UK every 2-3 years, it added.
Swansea University was evacuated and people ran into the streets.
People in the area said that the tremor knocked objects off walls and caused lights to flicker.
There has been a minor earthquake throughout South Wales....no need for you to contact the Emergency Services unless you have something to report ie:- injuries or damage. Hope this sets you minds at rest SWP
— South Wales Police Cardiff (@SWPCardiff) February 17, 2018
More than 1 000 felt reports after M5 #earthquake in #Swansea region 16 min ago pic.twitter.com/bAMq4HZ984
— EMSC (@LastQuake) February 17, 2018
The whole building just rocked, The Championship shield moved but is safe.🏆 #Earthquake #Wales pic.twitter.com/jlvEAAim1Z
— Mountain Ash Golf Club (@MountainAshGolf) February 17, 2018
Main photo: @LastQuake/Twitter
