M 3.2 - 39 km SSE of Mammoth, Wyoming
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A magnitude 3.2 earthquake occurred 39 km SSE of Mammoth, Wyoming, at a depth of 5.9 km.
What this USGS earthquake report tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by USGS on July 16, 2026 and geographically references Wyoming. 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
A magnitude 3.2 ml earthquake struck 39 km SSE of Mammoth, Wyoming, on July 14, 2026, at 12:00:11 UTC (timestamp 1784208011280). The event was recorded at coordinates 44.6648333333333° N, 110.474166666667° W, with a depth of 5.9 km.
Location Details
The earthquake was centered 39 km south-southeast of Mammoth, Wyoming. The shallow depth of 5.9 km (less than 20 km) places it in the upper crust.
Impact Assessment
The earthquake was felt by 4 people, with a maximum reported intensity of 4.1 on the Community Decimal Intensity scale. No tsunami was generated (tsunami flag: 0), and no alert level was issued.
What You Should Know
This was a minor earthquake (M 2.5-3.9) that is often felt but rarely causes damage. Residents in the area should be prepared for possible smaller aftershocks.
Source
Data from the United States Geological Survey (USGS): https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/uu80145411
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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