Earthquake 23 km N of Ridgecrest, CA (0.6 ml) (2025-08-16 03:00:21 UTC)

1755313221

35.8280, -117.6592

6.76 KM

A 0.6 magnitude earthquake struck on 23 km N of Ridgecrest, CA, at 2025-08-16 03:00:21 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 23 km N 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 23 km N of Ridgecrest, CA (0.6 ml) (2025-08-16 03:00:21 UTC)

Magnitudo (ml)

0.6

Automatic
USGS

Summary

Intensity: 0
Tsunami: 0
ID: usgs_ci40399874

Nearest Places

Paxton Ranch / 4.86 km
Deadman Canyon / 6.07 km
White Hills / 6.71 km
Sterling Queen Mine / 6.72 km
Wilson Canyon / 8.04 km

Comment

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