Back to map
M0.7 Depth: 1.3 km

M0.7 Earthquake near 8 km NW of The Geysers, CA

UTC time: 2026-05-12 14:45:16 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M0.7 earthquake was recorded near 8 km NW of The Geysers, CA on May 12, 2026 at 14:45 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 1 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude
M0.7
Depth
1.3 km
UTC time
2026-05-12 14:45:16 UTC
Local time
—
Country
—
Source
usgs
Coordinates
38.83117, -122.81934
Temperature
20.2°C

Map

Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 1.3 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 1.3 km
Shallow
1.3 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

Volcanoes nearby

  • Clear Lake Volcanic Field
    Distance: 16 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 1'439 m ·United States
  • Lassen Volcanic Center
    Distance: 216 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 3'187 m ·Last eruption: 1917 ·United States
  • Shasta
    Distance: 292 km ·Stratovolcano ·Elevation: 4'317 m ·Last eruption: 1250 ·United States
  • Medicine Lake
    Distance: 327 km ·Shield ·Elevation: 2'412 m ·Last eruption: 1060 ·United States
  • Mono Lake Volcanic Field
    Distance: 343 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 2'121 m ·Last eruption: 1790 ·United States
  • Soda Lakes
    Distance: 348 km ·Maar(s) ·Elevation: 1'251 m ·United States

Stats (last 24h)

Global (24h)
701
Country (24h)
—
—
Current earthquakes in
Magnitude Place Local time
No recent events available.

Share