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Colorado Earthquake Today: 2.9 Magnitude Quake Rattles Area Near Dacono, Felt Across Denver Metro
Dacono, CO – A minor earthquake shook communities north of Denver early Friday morning, catching residents off guard with light tremors across parts of
By County Herald Weather Center · 2025-06-13T13:20:47.000Z
A minor earthquake shook communities north of Denver early Friday morning, catching residents off guard with light tremors across parts of the region. The United States Geological Survey USGS reported a 2.9 magnitude earthquake near Dacono, Colorado, at approximately 5:30 a.m. local time on Friday. The tremor, while classified as minor, was enough to be felt by residents in Weld County and parts of the northern Denver metro area.
While residents across the region reported feeling the ground shake for several seconds, local authorities have not reported any significant damage or injuries. The earthquake's depth was recorded at roughly 5 kilometers, which is typical for seismic activity in the area.
Colorado occasionally experiences low magnitude earthquakes, often linked to local fault lines. Seismic experts emphasize that a 2.9 magnitude quake is generally too weak to cause structural damage, serving instead as a brief reminder of the region's geological activity.
Residents who felt the quake are encouraged to report their experiences to the USGS "Did You Feel It?" website, which helps scientists better understand the reach and intensity of seismic events in the region.