Indio, CA — A small earthquake was recorded Tuesday afternoon north of Indio, briefly shaking parts of Riverside County and the greater Coachella Valley.
According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the magnitude 3.0 earthquake struck at approximately 8:17 a.m. local time (16:17 UTC), about 13 miles (21 kilometers) north of Indio, at a shallow depth of 1.8 miles (2.9 kilometers). Shallow earthquakes are more likely to be felt near the epicenter, even at lower magnitudes.
The quake was detected by the California Integrated Seismic Network (CISN) and automatically reviewed. Early data indicates no damage or injuries associated with the event.
Residents in and around Indio, Palm Desert, La Quinta, and surrounding Coachella Valley communities reported light shaking, with some describing a brief jolt or rumble. As of Tuesday afternoon, only a small number of “Did You Feel It?” reports had been submitted to the USGS.
Magnitude 3.0 earthquakes are considered minor and are common in Southern California, particularly in areas near active fault systems. While quakes of this size rarely cause damage, they serve as reminders of the region’s ongoing seismic activity.
Officials emphasized that earthquakes can occur without warning and encouraged residents to remain prepared by securing heavy items, reviewing emergency plans, and knowing how to respond during shaking.
No aftershocks had been reported immediately following the quake, but seismic activity in the region continues to be monitored.
Residents who experienced the shaking are encouraged to submit a report to the USGS to help scientists better understand how the earthquake was felt across the region.
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