M 3.5 Earthquake Near Silver Springs, Nevada
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A magnitude 3.5 earthquake struck 18 km southeast of Silver Springs, Nevada, at a depth of about 11.6 km on June 28, 2026, local time, and was felt by one person.
What this USGS earthquake report tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by USGS on April 20, 2026 and geographically references 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
A magnitude 3.45 ml earthquake occurred on June 28, 2026, at 12:34:18 UTC (converted from the provided timestamp), located 18 km SE of Silver Springs, Nevada. The earthquake had a depth of 11.57 km and was a routine seismic event.
Location Details
The earthquake was centered at coordinates 39.3168° N latitude and 119.0511° W longitude, approximately 18 km southeast of Silver Springs in Nevada. At a shallow depth of 11.57 km, which is less than 20 km, it occurred in the upper crust and is more likely to be felt near the epicenter.
Impact Assessment
One person reported feeling the earthquake, with a Community Decimal Intensity (CDI) of 2.2, indicating very light shaking. There was no tsunami advisory issued, and no alert level was provided.
What You Should Know
This minor earthquake, with a magnitude of 3.45, is often felt but rarely causes damage. There may be aftershocks, so residents in the area should follow general safety tips such as dropping to the ground, covering your head, and holding on during any shaking. Stay informed through official sources.
Source
Information is from the USGS. For more details, visit: https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/nn00915849
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