M2.1 Depth: 5.5 km

M2.1 Earthquake near NEVADA (United States)

UTC time: 2025-10-29 14:07:14 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On October 29, 2025 at 14:07 UTC, a magnitude M2.1 earthquake occurred near NEVADA (United States). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 6 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Events of this size typically go unnoticed.

The event was recorded by EMSC. United States: 173 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M5.5.

Details

Magnitude

M2.1

Depth

5.5 km

UTC time

2025-10-29 14:07:14 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

Nevada

Source

emsc

Coordinates

38.44190, -116.49340

Temperature

9.0°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

5.5 km

5.5 km — shallower than the regional average (15.5 km)

Regional average: 15.5 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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