M 3.1 Earthquake Near Alamo, Nevada
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A minor earthquake of magnitude 3.1 struck 25 km SSW of Alamo, Nevada, at a shallow depth of about 6.6 km on February 13, 2026, at 00:39:55 UTC.
What this USGS earthquake report tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by USGS on April 29, 2026 and geographically references Southern Nevada. Its severity classification of "low" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Earthquakes - determines the monitoring protocol behind it, which shapes what follow-up action (checking for structural damage, watching for aftershocks, reviewing local building codes) is relevant and which agency holds authority over the assessment.
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What Happened
An earthquake with a magnitude of 3.11 ml occurred on February 13, 2026, at 00:39:55 UTC. It struck 25 km SSW of Alamo, Nevada, at a depth of 6.61 km.
Location Details
The earthquake was centered at coordinates 37.141 latitude and -115.2233 longitude, approximately 25 km south-southwest of Alamo, Nevada. With a shallow depth of 6.61 km (less than 20 km), such earthquakes are typically closer to the surface and may be felt more strongly in nearby areas.
Impact Assessment
There have been no felt reports for this earthquake, and no tsunami advisory has been issued.
What You Should Know
This minor earthquake, with a magnitude of 3.11, is often felt but rarely causes damage. Be aware of the possibility of aftershocks, and follow basic safety tips such as dropping to the ground, covering your head and neck, and holding on until the shaking stops.
Source
Information from the United States Geological Survey (USGS) at [https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/nn00916735]
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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