M1.87 Earthquake – 8 km S of Empire, Nevada

12 October 2026, 12:21 UTC · 1 hour ago · Data: USGS

A magnitude 1.87 earthquake struck 8 km S of Empire, Nevada on 12 October 2026, 12:21 UTC, at a depth of 6.4 km. This was a micro earthquake rarely felt by people.

Magnitude
1.87 (ml)
Location
8 km S of Empire, Nevada
Date & time
12 October 2026, 12:21 UTC
Coordinates
40.5035, -119.3594
Depth
6.36 km
Region
Worldwide
Source
USGS event page

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