Earthquake 17 km E of Sparks, Nevada (1.0 ml) (2025-04-15 23:36:49 UTC)

1744760209

39.5237, -119.5450

16.00 KM

A 1.0 magnitude earthquake struck on 17 km E of Sparks, Nevada, at 2025-04-15 23:36:49 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 17 km E of Sparks, Nevada

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 17 km E of Sparks, Nevada (1.0 ml) (2025-04-15 23:36:49 UTC)

Magnitudo (ml)

1.0

Automatic
USGS

Summary

Intensity: 0
Tsunami: 0
ID: usgs_nn00896284

Nearest Places

Giants Throne / 2.21 km
Clark Mountain / 2.26 km
Giants Throne Canyon / 2.3 km
McCarran Ditch / 3.27 km
Storey County Fire Department Station 5 Tahoe - Reno Industrial Complex / 3.65 km

Comment

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Source: USGS (Automatic)

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Depth: 8.20 km
Source: USGS (Automatic)

1.7

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2.2

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Depth: 9.20 km
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