Frack shock: Oklahoma earthquake could rock lawsuits and legislation

‘A 4.5 magnitude earthquake that struck northern Oklahoma may have shaken some sense into lawmakers considering increasing restrictions on some oil and gas activity in the state.
Oklahoma’s recent increase in earthquakes has some lawmakers concerned about the possible connection to oil and gas production and the subsequent disposal of underground wastewater. While there was no reported damage from Tuesday’s 4.5 magnitude earthquake, a 5.6 earthquake in September set a record for the state and has some residents calling for change.
The Oklahoma Corporation Commission plans a response to Tuesday’s earthquake while some state regulators are considering placing new restrictions on oil and gas activity, the Associated Press reported.’
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