3.3 magnitude earthquake hits town near Milton Keynes

The British Geological Survey said the earthquake took place three kilometres north west of Leighton Buzzard at around 9.45am today (Tuesday, September 8).

BGS said it has received numerous reports from affected residents describing what the situation felt like.

A BGS spokesperson said on Twitter: "BGS is receiving many notifications from press and public in this heavily populated area. Reports include 'like a convey of HGVs driving past my front door at great speed', 'the house had one dramatic shake', 'felt like the whole house was shaking' and 'it was like a large explosion'."

Statistics show the earthquake was recorded at 3.3 on the Richter magnitude scale, which is classed as a minor earthquake.

The BGS said the earthquake was at scale three of the European Macroseismic Scale, which means the 'vibration is weak and is felt indoors by a few people'.