(WVLT/AP)- The U.S. Geological Survey says a magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck eastern Tennessee and could be felt as far away as Atlanta.

The light earthquake occurred Wednesday around 4:14 a.m. about 7 miles (11 kilometers) northeast of Decatur. About 13 minutes later, a 3.3 magnitude aftershock then struck.

A second and third aftershock, registering 1.3 and 1.4 magnitudes respectively, was felt at 5:00 a.m. and 5:41 a.m.

There did not appear to be any immediate reports of injuries. However, the USGS said it received approximately 6,000 reports from people saying they felt the earthquake from as far away as 250 miles. Reports came from surrounding states Kentucky, Georgia, and Alabama.

The Tennessee Valley Authority reported on Twitter there was no initial damage to any of its facilities, and personnel are conducting further inspections as a precaution.

WVLT meterologist Heather Haley said Wednesday morning's earthquake is the second strongest to hit East Tennessee, according to the USGS.