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M 2.71 earthquake - 22 km SSW of Manton, CA

USGS reports a magnitude 2.71 earthquake located 22 km SSW of Manton, California (coords 40.2383346557617, -121.982330322266). Depth reported as 16.42 km. Source: USGS event page.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence
10/10
Geographic reach
1/10
Global importance
2/10
Impact magnitude
1/10
Positivity
1/10
Urgency
2/10

Why it matters

Small, localized seismic event; unlikely to cause damage but relevant for local seismic monitoring and for researchers tracking regional seismicity.

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