Earthquake 156 km WSW of Ferndale, California (5.4 mw) (2024-12-15 07:21:47 UTC)

1734247307

40.2321, -126.0462

9.00 KM

A 5.4 magnitude earthquake struck on 156 km WSW of Ferndale, California, at 2024-12-15 07:21:47 UTC. Reviewed by USGS seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of mw and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in 156 km WSW of Ferndale, California

Recommendation
Very Strong Earthquake

Action

Severe shaking, potential for significant damage.

Suggestion

Indoors: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Avoid elevators, as power outages may occur. Outdoors: Stay in the open. Be alert for aftershocks.

Earthquake 156 km WSW of Ferndale, California (5.4 mw) (2024-12-15 07:21:47 UTC)

Magnitudo (mw)

5.4

Automatic
USGS

Summary

Intensity: 0
Tsunami: 0
ID: usgs_ew1734247330

Nearest Places

Gorda Escarpment / 76.07 km
Eel Fan / 82.77 km
Gorda Basin / 85.48 km
Gorda Valley / 91.48 km
Delgada Fan / 109.28 km

Comment

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Depth: -0.24 km
Source: USGS (Automatic)