Minor M 3.4 Earthquake Recorded Near Springer, Oklahoma
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A magnitude 3.4 earthquake occurred early Thursday morning near Springer, Oklahoma. The shallow tremor was reported felt by a small number of residents.
What this USGS earthquake report tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by USGS on April 6, 2026 and geographically references Central Oklahoma. 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 minor earthquake with a magnitude of 3.4 ml struck near Springer, Oklahoma, on February 12, 2026, at 10:50:09 UTC (4:50 AM local time). The seismic event occurred at an extremely shallow depth of approximately 0.23 km.
Location Details
The earthquake was centered approximately 3 km (1.8 miles) west of Springer, Oklahoma. The coordinates for the epicenter were recorded at latitude 34.3177 and longitude -97.1840. Because the depth was less than 20 km, this is classified as a shallow earthquake. Shallow earthquakes are often more easily felt by residents on the surface compared to deeper seismic events of the same magnitude.
Impact Assessment
As of the latest data, the USGS has received 4 felt reports from the surrounding area. There is no tsunami advisory, watch, or warning in effect for this inland event. No specific alert level color has been assigned to this earthquake in the source data.
What You Should Know
Earthquakes with magnitudes between 2.5 and 3.9 are considered minor. While they are often felt by people, especially those indoors, they rarely cause damage to buildings or infrastructure. Residents in the region should remain aware that minor aftershocks are a possibility following seismic activity. During an earthquake, safety experts recommend that you drop to the ground, take cover under a sturdy piece of furniture, and hold on until the shaking stops.
Source
Data provided by the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program.
Original source: USGS Official Notice ↗
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