28 Oct 2023 | 06:47 AM UTC
US: Magnitude-4.2 earthquake occurs in east California at 22:40 Oct. 27
Magnitude-4.2 earthquake occurs in east California, US, at around 22:40 Oct. 27. No immediate reports of damage or injuries.
A magnitude-4.2 earthquake occurred in east central California at around 22:40 Oct. 27. The epicenter was about 2 km (1 mile) southwest of Coleville. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 2 km (1 mile), and weak-to-light shaking was probably felt throughout parts of east central California and northwest Nevada, including Reno. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties as a result of the earthquake, and significant damage is unlikely. It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Light aftershocks are likely over the coming days.
Officials may temporarily shut down transportation infrastructure in the tremor zone to check for damage. Minor disruptions could occur during shutdowns, but service will likely resume quickly if no damage is found. Utility outages are possible, particularly near the earthquake's epicenter.
Out of an abundance of caution, consider vacating multistory buildings where shaking occurred until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Monitor and plan for aftershocks.
