M 3.1 Earthquake Occurs 32 km WNW of Gerlach, Nevada
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A minor earthquake with a magnitude of 3.1 struck 32 km west-northwest of Gerlach, Nevada, at a very shallow depth of 0.04 km on June 13, 2026.
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This notice was issued by USGS on April 16, 2026 and geographically references Northern 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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A minor earthquake occurred in Nevada, as reported by the USGS. Below is a detailed account based on available data.
What Happened
An earthquake with a magnitude of 3.1 ml struck on June 13, 2026, at 07:02:46 UTC. The event occurred at a depth of 0.04 km and was located 32 km WNW of Gerlach, Nevada.
Location Details
The earthquake was centered at coordinates 40.7624 latitude and -119.712 longitude, approximately 32 km west-northwest of Gerlach, Nevada. At a depth of 0.04 km, this is considered a very shallow earthquake, which typically means it occurs near the Earth's surface and may be felt more intensely in the immediate area compared to deeper events.
Impact Assessment
There were no felt reports available for this event. No tsunami advisory was issued, as indicated by the data.
What You Should Know
Earthquakes of this magnitude (3.1) are often felt but rarely cause damage. It is possible for aftershocks to occur, though this is routine for seismic events. For safety, individuals in the area should follow general earthquake preparedness tips, such as dropping to the ground, covering your head and neck, and holding on until the shaking stops.
Source
This information is from the USGS. For more details, visit: https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/nn00914931
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