Earthquake 11 km SW of Buttonwillow, CA (1.6 ml) (2025-12-07 23:44:43 UTC)
A 1.6 magnitude earthquake struck on 11 km SW of Buttonwillow, CA, at 2025-12-07 23:44:43 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 11 km SW of Buttonwillow, 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)
1.6
Automatic
USGS
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: usgs_ci41134967
Nearest Places
- Lokern Pumping Station / 4.22 km
- Asphalto (historical) / 5.42 km
- McKittrick Elementary School / 6.58 km
- McKittrick Valley / 6.8 km
- Kern County Fire Department Station 24 McKittrick / 6.83 km
Comment
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Depth: 6.57 km
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Depth: 3.10 km
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Depth: 3.10 km
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Depth: 5.00 km
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Depth: 6.20 km
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Depth: 14.04 km
Source: USGS (Automatic)
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Depth: 14.04 km
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