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California - Southern Sierra Quake: M3.3 Tremor Strikes Near Olancha This Morning
Olancha, CA – Residents across portions of Inyo County and the Southern Sierra region experienced a light shake early Wednesday after a magnitude 3.3
By County Herald Weather Center · 2025-12-03T14:06:03+00:00
Olancha, CA Residents across portions of Inyo County and the Southern Sierra region experienced a light shake early Wednesday after a magnitude 3.3 earthquake occurred in the vicinity of Olancha.
According to preliminary data from the United States Geological Survey USGS , the tremor struck at approximately 6:00 AM local time. The earthquake was centered in a remote area near the southern edge of the Sierra Nevada range.
While residents in nearby towns may have felt a brief, rolling motion, there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries. Seismologists continue to monitor the area for any potential aftershocks, though such activity is common following seismic events of this magnitude in California.