Minor M 3.5 Earthquake Recorded Near Alamo, Nevada

What Happened

A minor earthquake with a magnitude of 3.5 ml was recorded on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 03:57:55 UTC. The event occurred approximately 36 kilometers south-southwest of Alamo, Nevada. The seismic event has been reviewed by seismologists at the USGS.

Location Details

The earthquake was centered at coordinates 37.0694°N and 115.3506°W. The tremor originated at a depth of 11.573 kilometers. Geologically, this is classified as a shallow earthquake, as it occurred within the top 20 kilometers of the Earth’s crust.

Impact Assessment

At the time of reporting, there were no felt reports submitted to the USGS. There is no tsunami advisory, watch, or warning in effect for this event. The maximum estimated Modified Mercalli Intensity (MMI) was 3.484. No specific alert level color was assigned to this event, indicating a low likelihood of damage or casualties.

What You Should Know

Earthquakes with magnitudes between 2.5 and 3.9 are categorized as minor. While these events are often felt by people in the immediate vicinity, they rarely cause structural damage. Residents should be aware that aftershocks are a common occurrence following seismic activity, though they are typically of a lower magnitude than the initial event.

Source

Information and data for this report were provided by the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program.