Minor Magnitude 1.0 Earthquake in Searles Valley, CA
On Sunday, Jul 2, 2023, at 2:59 am (GMT -7), a minor earthquake with a magnitude of 1.0 occurred 23km NNW of Searles Valley, CA.
Earthquake Details
The earthquake had a depth of 7.1 km and its epicenter was located at latitude 35.96583°N and longitude 117.47683°W. The event went unnoticed by the local population, as the shaking intensity was not felt. This earthquake was confirmed by the United States Geological Survey (USGS) as a minor seismic occurrence.
Location and Nearby Areas
Searles Valley, with a population of 1,740, is situated approximately 23 km (14 mi) NNW of the earthquake’s epicenter. Other nearby towns and cities include Ridgecrest (pop: 28,800), Inyokern (pop: 1,100), Weldon (pop: 2,640), Lone Pine (pop: 2,040), Wofford Heights (pop: 2,200), Lake Isabella (pop: 3,470), and California City (Kern County) (pop: 13,300). These areas can experience varying levels of impact from seismic activities due to their proximity.
Seismic Energy Released
The estimated seismic energy released during this earthquake was approximately 2 x 10^6 joules, which is equivalent to 0.554 kilowatt hours.
Data and Information Sources: The primary data source for this earthquake event is the United States Geological Survey (USGS). Multiple agencies, including RaspberryShake and IRIS (Incorporated Research Institutions for Seismology), reported similar data, enhancing the reliability of the information.
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