Las Vegas, NV – A minor earthquake was felt near the Nevada-Arizona border Tuesday evening, briefly rattling parts of Clark County, including Las Vegas.
According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the 3.4 magnitude quake struck at 3:24 p.m. PDT about 33 kilometers (20.5 miles) south-southeast of Bunkerville, Nevada. The epicenter was recorded at a depth of 9.9 kilometers, placing it near the Arizona state line northeast of Lake Havasu City and southeast of Mesquite.
No injuries or damage have been reported. As of Tuesday evening, the USGS had received no citizen-submitted felt reports. The region sits along several fault lines, and although quakes of this size are not uncommon, they rarely cause structural issues.
Residents near Las Vegas and northwest Arizona are reminded to review earthquake preparedness plans. Safety tips include securing heavy furniture, checking emergency kits, and practicing drop-cover-hold drills.
Historically, southern Nevada experiences mild to moderate seismic activity due to its location within the Intermountain Seismic Belt. Tuesday’s quake serves as a reminder of the region’s geologic volatility and the importance of readiness across state lines.
