MAGNITUDE 2.9 QUAKE SHAKES LA QUINTA AREA EARLY SATURDAY
By CALWIRE Weather Desk | PUBLISHED: Monday, August 31, 2026
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HAPPENING NOW — Aug 31, 1:56 PM PT
MAGNITUDE 2.9 QUAKE SHAKES LA QUINTA AREA EARLY SATURDAY
A magnitude 2.9 earthquake struck 22 kilometers south-southwest of La Quinta early Saturday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake hit at 4:04 a.m. PT and was centered about 10 kilometers below the surface.
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At least 14 people reported feeling the temblor, according to USGS data. There is no immediate word on damage or injuries in the Coachella Valley area.
See also: MAGNITUDE 2.7 QUAKE RATTLES TEMECULA AREA EARLY THURSDAY · MAGNITUDE 2.7 QUAKE SHAKES YOSEMITE AREA
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
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