Magnitude 3.1 Earthquake Shakes Las Vegas Residents
A magnitude 3.1 earthquake rattled Las Vegas early Thursday, with residents reporting light shaking. The quake, centered near the Nevada-Utah border, occurred at a depth of 2.9 kilometers. Fortunately, there were no immediate reports of injuries or damage, as the epicenter was located in a sparsely populated area. This seismic event has raised awareness about the region's geological activity.
| Jun 5, 2026, 02:35 IST
Earthquake Near Nevada-Utah Border
Early Thursday morning, a magnitude 3.1 earthquake was felt by residents in Las Vegas, Nevada, as reported by the US Geological Survey (USGS). The seismic event took place at 2:18 AM local time, with its epicenter located approximately 32 kilometers (20 miles) west of Veyo, Utah. The quake struck at a depth of around 2.9 kilometers.
This tremor was situated in a largely uninhabited region northeast of Las Vegas. Witnesses reported experiencing light shaking, but fortunately, there were no immediate reports of injuries or damage.