The USGS said the Hawaii earthquake was felt as far as Honolulu on the island of Oahu.
An earthquake on Hawaii’s Big Island was felt as far as Honolulu Friday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey said.According to the USGS, the "notable" 5.7-magnitude earthquake happened around 10:06 a.m. on Hawaii Island near Pahala – "on the SE flank" of Mauna Loa volcano – but reports say it was felt statewide and as far north as Honolulu on the island of Oahu.
Six smaller earthquakes, also known as aftershocks, were also reported, the USGS website shows.RELATED: Oklahoma earthquake: 5.1 magnitude quake felt statewideAccording to local news outlets, there were no immediate reports of damage. It's unclear if it's linked to a potential volcanic eruption.Big Island Mayor Mitch Roth told The Associated Press he was in Honolulu at a cardiologist appointment.