Hawthorne, NV – Residents in Northern Nevada experienced a minor earthquake early Saturday morning, with a magnitude of 2.5. The quake struck 16 kilometers north-northeast of Hawthorne, shaking the area but causing no immediate reports of damage.
According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake occurred at 3:10 a.m. UTC, with a depth of 7.1 kilometers. Residents near Hawthorne may have felt the tremors, though the USGS has yet to receive citizen reports of the event. The agency encourages those who felt the quake to submit their experiences through its “Felt Report” platform.
While a 2.5 magnitude earthquake is considered minor, small tremors are common in Nevada due to its geological activity. Authorities have not issued any warnings following this event, but residents are reminded to stay prepared for future earthquakes.
