Magnitude 4.0 earthquake reported close to Soledad

A magnitude 4.0 earthquake was reported at 10:49 p.m. Saturday 9 miles from the Central Valley city of Soledad, based on the U.S. Geological Survey.

The earthquake occurred 16 miles from Greenfield, 18 miles from Hollister, 21 miles from Salinas, and 23 miles from King Metropolis.

Up to now 10 days, there was one earthquake of magnitude 3.0 or higher centered close by.

A median of 25 earthquakes with magnitudes between 4.0 and 5.0 happen per 12 months in California and Nevada, based on a current three-year information pattern.

The earthquake occurred at a depth of 5.6 miles. Did you’re feeling this earthquake? Take into account reporting what you felt to the USGS.

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