MAGNITUDE 3.6 EARTHQUAKE STRIKES NORTH OF WARNER SPRINGS

By CAL WIRE Weather Desk — Wednesday, August 19, 2026

  By CAL WIRE Weather Desk  |  PUBLISHED: Wednesday, August 19, 2026

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HAPPENING NOW — Aug 19, 12:15 PM PT
MAGNITUDE 3.6 EARTHQUAKE STRIKES NORTH OF WARNER SPRINGS
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A magnitude 3.6 earthquake hit 14 kilometers north of Warner Springs early Tuesday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey reported. The temblor struck at 12:31 a.m. PT at a depth of 5 kilometers.
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At least 158 people reported feeling the quake, according to USGS data. There is no immediate word on damage or injuries in the area.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.