How strong was the 2024 Parker Butte, Nevada Earthquake earthquake?
The 2024 Parker Butte, Nevada Earthquake earthquake had a magnitude of 5.7 mw, classified as a "Moderate" earthquake on the magnitude scale. Earthquakes of this magnitude can cause damage to poorly constructed buildings and are felt widely.
Where exactly did this earthquake occur and how deep was it?
This earthquake struck at coordinates 39.1675N, 119.0238W, at a depth of 9.3 km. Shallow earthquakes (under 20 km) tend to cause more surface damage than deeper events.
Did this earthquake trigger a tsunami warning?
No tsunami warning was issued for this earthquake. Earthquakes below magnitude 6.5 rarely generate dangerous tsunamis, though localized effects are possible in rare cases.
How many people felt this earthquake?
8,410 people submitted felt reports to the USGS for this earthquake. The Community Decimal Intensity (CDI) reached 6.1, indicating strong to very strong shaking with potential for damage. The Modified Mercalli Intensity (MMI) was estimated at 6.7.
When did this earthquake happen and how significant was it?
This earthquake occurred on December 10, 2024 at 08:08:31. The USGS assigned it a significance score of 1110 out of a possible 3,000, which factors in magnitude, felt reports, and potential impact. This is considered a highly significant seismic event. The PAGER alert level was "green", indicating the estimated level of response needed.