Earthquake 6 km ESE of Orcutt, CA (2.5 ml) (2025-02-24 16:23:55 UTC)

1740414235

34.8337, -120.3782

3.16 KM

A 2.5 magnitude earthquake struck on 6 km ESE of Orcutt, CA, at 2025-02-24 16:23:55 UTC. Reviewed by USGS seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of ml and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in 6 km ESE of Orcutt, CA

Recommendation
Light Earthquake

Action

Light shaking may be felt indoors.

Suggestion

Stay where you are; it's usually not necessary to take any drastic action. Keep an eye on your surroundings in case of further tremors.

Earthquake 6 km ESE of Orcutt, CA (2.5 ml) (2025-02-24 16:23:55 UTC)

Magnitudo (ml)

2.5

Automatic
USGS

Summary

Intensity: 0
Tsunami: 0
ID: usgs_ci40193018

Nearest Places

Solomon Hills / 0.48 km
Mount Solomon / 0.48 km
Orcutt Oil Field / 2.02 km
KSNI-FM (Santa Maria) / 2.25 km
Camelback Hill / 2.31 km

Comment

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