M1.6 Depth: 13.3 km

M1.6 Earthquake near 4 km NNW of Frazier Park, CA (United States)

UTC time: 2025-07-09 22:45:01 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 9, 2025 at 22:45 UTC, a magnitude M1.6 earthquake occurred near 4 km NNW of Frazier Park, CA (United States). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 13 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this small magnitude are usually barely noticeable and cause no damage.

The event was recorded by USGS. United States: 216 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M3.7.

Details

Magnitude

M1.6

Depth

13.3 km

UTC time

2025-07-09 22:45:01 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

California

Source

usgs

Coordinates

34.85017, -118.96450

Temperature

32.4°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

13.3 km

13.3 km — close to the regional average (15.3 km)

Regional average: 15.3 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

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