M 3.0 Earthquake Strikes Near The Geysers, California
A minor 3.0 magnitude earthquake occurred near The Geysers, California, on March 21, 2026. The shallow tremor was recorded at a depth of 0.68 km.
What Happened
A minor earthquake with a magnitude of 3.0 ml occurred on March 21, 2026, at 01:14:50 UTC (March 20, 2026, at 6:14 PM local time). The event was centered approximately 0 km east-northeast of The Geysers, California. The tremor originated at a very shallow depth of 0.68 km.
Location Details
The earthquake was located at coordinates 38.7775°N and 122.7552°W. Its depth of 0.68 km is classified as shallow (less than 20 km). Shallow earthquakes are typically felt more strongly at the surface than deeper events of the same magnitude because the energy is released closer to the surface.
Impact Assessment
According to the USGS “Did You Feel It?” service, there were 3 reports from individuals who felt the shaking. The event registered a Community Decimal Intensity (CDI) of 3.8. There is no tsunami advisory, watch, or threat associated with this earthquake. No specific alert level color was assigned to this event in the source data.
What You Should Know
Earthquakes with magnitudes between 2.5 and 3.9 are classified as minor. While they are often felt by people in the immediate area, they rarely cause structural damage. Residents should be aware that aftershocks are a routine possibility following seismic activity. In the event of further shaking, safety officials recommend that you “Drop, Cover, and Hold On.”
Source
Information for this report was provided by the USGS.
Source: USGS Official Notice