Walker, CA – A magnitude 3.0 earthquake struck six kilometers northwest of Walker, California, this afternoon. Residents of nearby areas, including Carson City, may have felt the tremor.
The earthquake occurred at 12:33 p.m. local time at a depth of 1.9 kilometers, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). While a magnitude 3.0 is considered minor, tremors can still be felt, especially near the epicenter.
The USGS encourages residents to report whether they felt the earthquake through its online “Felt Report” system. Local emergency services are on standby, but no damages or injuries have been reported so far. Minor earthquakes like this one are common in the Walker area, which lies near active fault lines.
If you experienced shaking during the event, your reports can help scientists gather valuable data. Contributing to citizen science initiatives helps improve earthquake preparedness and future response efforts.
For updates or to submit your experience, visit the USGS website.
