4.1 magnitude earthquake felt in TN, NC

GREENBACK, Tenn. — Many people across eastern Tennessee and western North Carolina woke up on Saturday to the effects of a 4.1 magnitude earthquake.

The earthquake originated in the Greenback area of Tennessee, but residents as far as Charlotte, North Carolina reported feeling the ground shake.

It happened at 9:04 a.m. and registered as being 4.1, according to USGS.

WCNC Charlotte received calls from viewers who reported feeling it in South Park, Quail Hollow, west Charlotte and other areas.