Recent Earthquakes in California
119 in the Past 7 Days
765 in the Past 30 Days
According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), there have been 119 earthquakes with a magnitude of 1.5 or greater in California in the past 7 days. This includes 14 earthquakes with a magnitude of 3.0 or greater. The largest earthquake in the past 7 days was a magnitude 5.1 earthquake that occurred on July 5, 2023, near Ridgecrest, California.
In the past 30 days, there have been 765 earthquakes with a magnitude of 1.5 or greater in California. This includes 32 earthquakes with a magnitude of 3.0 or greater. The largest earthquake in the past 30 days was a magnitude 5.4 earthquake that occurred on June 28, 2023, near Searles Valley, California.
Earthquakes are a common occurrence in California. The state is located on the San Andreas Fault, one of the most active seismic faults in the world. Earthquakes can cause significant damage to buildings and infrastructure, and they can also trigger landslides, tsunamis, and other hazards.
It is important to be prepared for earthquakes. Residents of California should have an earthquake preparedness plan in place and should know what to do in the event of an earthquake.
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