Magnitude 4.4 Earthquake Shakes Areas Near Las Vegas

Earthquake Map of incidentPhoto byUSGS

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck areas near Las Vegas on Tuesday night, according to the United States Geological Service (USGS). The quake, which occurred at 8:06 p.m., was centered approximately 45 minutes from Las Vegas, near Indian Springs.

The tremor was felt in several locations, including Indian Springs, Las Vegas, and Henderson. Residents across these areas reported light shaking from the earthquake. Despite the noticeable tremors, no damage has been reported.

The earthquake's details are as follows:

• Magnitude: 4.4
• Location: 8 km northwest of Indian Springs, Nevada
• Date and Time: August 14, 2024, at 03:06:35 UTC
• Coordinates: 36.636°N, 115.727°W
• Depth: 13.2 km

Authorities are continuing to monitor the situation, but there have been no reports of significant impacts or injuries related to the quake.