Earthquake 12 km SW of Taft, CA (1.3 ml) (2025-07-09 19:16:41 UTC)
A 1.3 magnitude earthquake struck on 12 km SW of Taft, CA, at 2025-07-09 19:16:41 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 12 km SW of Taft, CA
Recommendation
Minor Earthquake
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.
Magnitudo (ml)
1.3
Automatic
USGS
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: usgs_ci41018087
Nearest Places
- Elkhorn Plain / 0.67 km
- Elkhorn Hills / 4.23 km
- L E Traver Ranch / 4.43 km
- Elkhorn Scarp / 5.22 km
- A F Traver Ranch / 5.27 km
Comment
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Depth: 11.00 km
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Depth: 13.43 km
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Depth: 10.30 km
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Depth: 10.30 km
Source: EMSC (Automatic)
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Depth: 10.30 km
Source: EMSC (Automatic)