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Magnitude 5.7 Tremor Hits Near Silver Springs
14 Apr
Summary
- A 5.7 magnitude earthquake occurred near Silver Springs, Nevada.
- Another earthquake of magnitude 4.9 struck California.
- Tremors from both events were felt across significant parts of the US.
A 5.7 magnitude earthquake recently occurred near Silver Springs, Nevada, registering at a depth of 9 km (5.59 miles), according to the USGS. The seismic event sent tremors across portions of the region, prompting a significant response.
Concurrently, a 4.9 magnitude earthquake struck California, with initial reports revised by the USGS. This tremor was felt in San Jose and other California areas, with one resident describing the shaking as the strongest felt since 2010. The USGS noted this earthquake occurred about 1 km east-southeast of Boulder Creek, California, at a depth of 10.9 km.
While the article briefly mentions tremors felt in Indonesia, including damage in Ternate and North Sulawesi, the primary focus remains on the US seismic activity. The USGS continues to monitor these geological events.
