Earthquake 6 km E of Petaluma, CA (1.7 md) (2025-08-21 14:15:55 UTC)

1755785755

38.2507, -122.5680

6.50 KM

A 1.7 magnitude earthquake struck on 6 km E of Petaluma, CA, at 2025-08-21 14:15:55 UTC. Reviewed by USGS seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of md and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in 6 km E of Petaluma, 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 6 km E of Petaluma, CA (1.7 md) (2025-08-21 14:15:55 UTC)

Magnitudo (md)

1.7

Automatic
USGS

Summary

Intensity: 0
Tsunami: 0
ID: usgs_nc75226732

Nearest Places

Adobe Fort (historical) / 1.48 km
Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park / 1.54 km
Bliss School (historical) / 1.72 km
Adobe Creek Golf and Country Club / 1.72 km
Harvest Christian School / 2.7 km

Comment

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3.0

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Depth: 20.00 km
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