M1.8 Depth: 12.8 km

M1.8 Earthquake near 5 km S of Frazier Park, CA (United States)

UTC time: 2025-11-04 13:40:04 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On November 4, 2025 at 13:40 UTC, a magnitude M1.8 earthquake occurred near 5 km S 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: 164 earthquakes were recorded in the past 24 hours, the strongest reaching M4.1.

Details

Magnitude

M1.8

Depth

12.8 km

UTC time

2025-11-04 13:40:04 UTC

Local time

—

Country

United States

City

California

Source

usgs

Coordinates

34.77733, -118.94783

Temperature

14.3°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

12.8 km

12.8 km — close to 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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