M2.1 Earthquake 32 km S of Whitehawk, CA — May 15, 2026
2026-05-15 13:07:21 UTC (4 days ago) · approx. 5:07 AM UTC-8 local
On May 15, 2026 at 13:07 UTC, a magnitude 2.1 shallow crustal earthquake struck 32 km S of Whitehawk, CA, at a depth of 2.4 km and coordinates 39.4375°, -120.5570°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 2.1 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 23.6 kg of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 18 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Did You Feel It? — community-reported shaking
Aggregated felt-report intensity from 1 citizen response to the USGS Did You Feel It? system. Each colored zone represents the average MMI from reports in that area.
Source: U.S. Geological Survey Did You Feel It?. View on USGS · submit your own report
Earthquake Details
-120.5570°E
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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 2.1 earthquake near Whitehawk, CA?
The magnitude 2.1 earthquake that struck 32 km S of Whitehawk, CA on May 15, 2026 at 13:07 UTC had a depth of 2.4 km. For context, this was a minor earthquake typically detected only by instruments.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 2.1 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
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Understanding This Data
Magnitude 2.1 earthquakes are typically only recorded by instruments.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: nc75360891). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, May 15, 2026). M2.1 Earthquake 32 km S of Whitehawk, CA — May 15, 2026. Retrieved May 19, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/nc75360891/