M0.6 Depth: 11.5 km

M0.6 Earthquake near Radec, California (United States)

UTC time: 2026-05-04 01:18:05 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On May 4, 2026 at 01:18 UTC, a magnitude M0.6 earthquake occurred near Radec, California (United States). With a focal depth of about 12 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by SCEDC. United States: 193 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.6.

Details

Magnitude

M0.6

Depth

11.5 km

UTC time

2026-05-04 01:18:05 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

State

California

City

Radec

County

Riverside County

Village

Radec

Source

scedc

Coordinates

33.43083, -116.89867

Temperature

13.9°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

11.5 km

11.5 km — shallower than the regional average (15.9 km)

Regional average: 15.9 km

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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