M 4.1 Earthquake 11 km NW of Summerlin South, Nevada
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A magnitude 4.05 ml earthquake struck 11 km northwest of Summerlin South, Nevada, on May 4, 2026, at 12:47 UTC.
What this USGS earthquake report tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by USGS on June 15, 2026 and geographically references Southern Nevada. Its severity classification of "medium" 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.
Most readers skim a notice like this, check whether they are personally affected, and move on. The more useful lens is to verify its scope, source, and timestamp, then compare related notices without assuming that one record proves a broader trend.
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What Happened
A magnitude 4.05 ml earthquake occurred at 12:47:58 UTC on May 4, 2026 (Unix time 1780606078995). The event was located at coordinates 36.1764°N, 115.4319°W with a depth of 6.1633 km.
Location Details
The earthquake was centered 11 km northwest of Summerlin South, Nevada. The shallow depth of 6.1633 km classifies it as a shallow event (less than 20 km).
Impact Assessment
The earthquake was felt by 55 people, with a maximum reported intensity (CDI) of 2.2 and instrumental intensity (MMI) of 3.937. The alert level was green and there was no tsunami advisory (tsunami: 0).
What You Should Know
Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage. Minor aftershocks remain possible in the hours and days following the event.
Source
Data from the United States Geological Survey (USGS). Event page
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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