M3.3 Earthquake 74 km W of Petrolia, CA — June 15, 2026
2026-06-15 07:34:18 UTC (2 hours ago) · approx. 11:34 PM UTC-8 local
On June 15, 2026 at 07:34 UTC, a magnitude 3.3 shallow crustal earthquake struck 74 km W of Petrolia, CA, at a depth of 0.3 km and coordinates 40.4215°, -125.1440°.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 3.3 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 1.2 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 109 m — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
This earthquake is part of an ongoing aftershock sequence following the magnitude 5.1 mainshock that occurred 11 days ago 62 km W of Petrolia, CA. Since the mainshock, the USGS has recorded 15 aftershocks in this area. Aftershock activity is expected to continue for days to weeks as stresses on surrounding faults redistribute.
Earthquake Details
-125.1440°E
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Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 3.3 earthquake near Petrolia, CA?
The magnitude 3.3 earthquake that struck 74 km W of Petrolia, CA on June 15, 2026 at 07:34 UTC had a depth of 0.3 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 3.3 earthquakes can continue for several days and gradually diminish over time.
Is this the same earthquake as the M5.1 one earlier?
No. This magnitude 3.3 earthquake is an aftershock of the larger magnitude 5.1 mainshock that occurred earlier 62 km W of Petrolia, CA. Aftershocks are smaller earthquakes triggered by stress changes from the mainshock.
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 3.3 earthquakes are typically only recorded by instruments.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: nc75376831). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, June 15, 2026). M3.3 Earthquake 74 km W of Petrolia, CA — June 15, 2026. Retrieved June 15, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/nc75376831/