Earthquake 17 km E of Ridgecrest, CA (1.5 ml) (2025-02-26 12:42:17 UTC)

1740573737

35.6078, -117.4900

4.87 KM

A 1.5 magnitude earthquake struck on 17 km E of Ridgecrest, CA, at 2025-02-26 12:42:17 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 17 km E of Ridgecrest, CA

Recommendation
Minor Earthquake

Action

No need for significant action. These tremors are typically imperceptible or barely felt.

Suggestion

Remain calm and observe. These are often harmless and not a cause for concern.

Earthquake 17 km E of Ridgecrest, CA (1.5 ml) (2025-02-26 12:42:17 UTC)

Magnitudo (ml)

1.5

Automatic
USGS

Summary

Intensity: 0
Tsunami: 0
ID: usgs_ci40194746

Nearest Places

The Y / 4.88 km
Spangler Hills / 5.21 km
Saint Elmo Mines / 5.42 km
Salt Wells Valley / 5.87 km
Stephens Holding Mines / 7.28 km

Comment

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Source: USGS (Automatic)

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Source: USGS (Automatic)

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Source: USGS (Automatic)

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Depth: 1.90 km
Source: EMSC (Automatic)