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Earthquakes Near Las Vegas, Nevada 89149 Today

Live data from USGS · Monitoring ZIP code 89149 Updated just now

46 tiny quakes nearby. Too small to feel. Completely normal background activity.

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Recent Earthquakes Near Las Vegas, Nevada

46 earthquakes have been recorded within 250 miles of Las Vegas, Nevada in the past 24 hours. Alertra monitors seismic activity near ZIP code 89149 using live data from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), updated every 60 seconds. Whether you felt shaking or are checking if an earthquake just happened near Las Vegas, this earthquake watch dashboard provides real-time magnitude data, an interactive seismic map, and earthquake history going back 15+ years.

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📊 Earthquake Watch — Las Vegas

Live seismic risk assessment · Updated every 60 seconds from USGS

Current Threat Level
Normal
LowModerateHigh
Threat score: 24 / 100

Some seismic activity near Las Vegas. Most too small to feel.

Earthquakes nearby 46
Closest to you M1.5, 59 mi
Strongest in last 24hr M2.9, Rarely felt
Last felt M4.0+ 28 days ago
Tracking Area
Las Vegas
LIVE EARTHQUAKES
Found 46 in region
Major (6.0+)
Moderate (4.0 - 5.9)
Minor (Below 4.0)
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🌍 Recent Earthquakes Near Las Vegas

Past 24 hours within 250 miles · Source: USGS

Showing events within 250 miles · Past 24 hours · Source: USGS
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MagnitudeWhat You'd FeelLocationDistanceWhen
M2.9 		Rarely felt 19 km SW of Toms Place, CA 212 mi 10:54 AM Details →
M2.7 		Rarely felt 16 km NNE of Milford, Utah 203 mi 5:59 PM Details →
M2.5 		Rarely felt 17 km SW of Toms Place, CA 212 mi 6:42 PM Details →
M2.4 		Rarely felt 5 km SW of Pioche, Nevada 121 mi 5:59 PM Details →
M2.1 		Rarely felt 5 km SW of Anza, CA 206 mi 9:07 AM Details →
M1.9 		Not felt 8 km E of Ocotillo Wells, CA 221 mi 7:01 AM Details →
M1.9 		Not felt 29 km SSE of Mina, Nevada 197 mi 3:51 PM Details →
M1.9 		Not felt 9 km ENE of Coso Junction, CA 143 mi 11:14 AM Details →
M1.8 		Not felt 30 km ESE of Lake Isabella, CA 167 mi 11:35 AM Details →
M1.7 		Not felt 18 km SW of Toms Place, CA 212 mi 11:01 AM Details →
M1.7 		Not felt 59 km S of Kingston, Nevada 194 mi 9:26 PM Details →
M1.7 		Not felt 16 km NNE of Milford, Utah 203 mi 10:07 AM Details →
M1.6 		Not felt 13 km WSW of Toms Place, CA 213 mi 8:08 PM Details →
M1.6 		Not felt 43 km NNE of Beatty, Nevada 98 mi 11:03 PM Details →
M1.6 		Not felt 13 km NNE of Julian, CA 225 mi 7:18 PM Details →
M1.5 		Not felt 43 km SSE of Sandy Valley, Nevada 59 mi 10:01 PM Details →
M1.5 		Not felt 5 km NW of Newport Beach, CA 236 mi 12:37 PM Details →
M1.3 		Not felt 18 km WSW of Johannesburg, CA 156 mi 2:06 AM Details →
M1.2 		Not felt 3 km ESE of San Jacinto, CA 196 mi 9:23 AM Details →
M1.2 		Not felt 5 km SW of Anza, CA 206 mi 11:25 PM Details →
M1.1 		Not felt 10 km ENE of Borrego Springs, CA 213 mi 6:31 AM Details →
M1.0 		Not felt 5 km N of Cabazon, CA 181 mi 8:21 PM Details →
M1.0 		Not felt 3 km ESE of Menifee, CA 204 mi 1:20 PM Details →
M1.0 		Not felt 21 km ESE of Anza, CA 202 mi 1:48 AM Details →
M1.0 		Not felt 13 km SE of Ocotillo Wells, CA 226 mi 3:33 PM Details →
M1.0 		Not felt 2 km NW of Banning, CA 184 mi 10:58 AM Details →
M0.9 		Not felt 10 km N of Victorville, CA 160 mi 10:21 PM Details →
M0.9 		Not felt 6 km SW of Pinon Hills, CA 187 mi 8:40 AM Details →
M0.9 		Not felt 4 km SSW of Redlands, CA 189 mi 1:22 PM Details →
M0.9 		Not felt 12 km W of Anza, CA 206 mi 9:13 PM Details →
M0.9 		Not felt 12 km NNE of Borrego Springs, CA 210 mi 4:16 PM Details →
M0.8 		Not felt 6 km SE of Valle Vista, CA 197 mi 1:16 PM Details →
M0.8 		Not felt 7 km NW of San Jacinto, CA 195 mi 10:08 PM Details →
M0.8 		Not felt 11 km ENE of Borrego Springs, CA 213 mi 1:15 AM Details →
M0.8 		Not felt 9 km NNE of Indio, CA 178 mi 10:36 AM Details →
M0.7 		Not felt 13 km ENE of Ridgecrest, CA 133 mi 2:16 PM Details →
M0.7 		Not felt 4 km N of Murrieta, CA 215 mi 3:05 AM Details →
M0.7 		Not felt 19 km N of Borrego Springs, CA 207 mi 6:24 PM Details →
M0.7 		Not felt 20 km SW of La Quinta, CA 201 mi 11:02 PM Details →
M0.5 		Not felt 7 km SE of Valle Vista, CA 197 mi 7:51 PM Details →
M0.5 		Not felt 8 km SSW of Idyllwild, CA 197 mi 1:09 PM Details →
M0.5 		Not felt 5 km ESE of Palomar Observatory, CA 220 mi 6:25 AM Details →
M0.4 		Not felt 9 km N of Warner Springs, CA 215 mi 12:53 PM Details →
M0.4 		Not felt 7 km SSW of Idyllwild, CA 197 mi 1:09 PM Details →
M0.4 		Not felt 12 km SE of Anza, CA 207 mi 8:27 AM Details →
M0.3 		Not felt 19 km ESE of Anza, CA 205 mi 7:00 AM Details →

📈 Earthquake History — Las Vegas

Since 2010 · M2.5+ · 250 mi radius

Las Vegas has recorded 12,646 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or greater within 250 miles since 2010. The largest was a M7.1 on Jul 6, 2019, located Ridgecrest Earthquake Sequence. On average, the area experiences approximately 1218 notable seismic events per year.

M2.5+ in Past 7 Days

Sun
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Mon
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Tue
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MAX M2.8
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Thu
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Fri
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Sat
2
MAX M2.9
Since 2010 · M2.5+ · 250 mi

Yearly Activity · 12646 events

Past Week
View:
M2.5–4 (bars)
M4+ (line, right axis)
Yearly Earthquake Activity by Magnitude01k2k3k4k050100150'10'13'16'19'22'252010: 452 (M2.5–4), 17 (M4+)2011: 537 (M2.5–4), 23 (M4+)2012: 470 (M2.5–4), 20 (M4+)2013: 401 (M2.5–4), 8 (M4+)2014: 445 (M2.5–4), 12 (M4+)2015: 386 (M2.5–4), 10 (M4+)2016: 521 (M2.5–4), 20 (M4+)2017: 421 (M2.5–4), 4 (M4+)2018: 337 (M2.5–4), 6 (M4+)2019: 3,112 (M2.5–4), 135 (M4+)2020: 2,173 (M2.5–4), 98 (M4+)2021: 730 (M2.5–4), 22 (M4+)2022: 448 (M2.5–4), 9 (M4+)2023: 400 (M2.5–4), 10 (M4+)2024: 504 (M2.5–4), 26 (M4+)2025: 422 (M2.5–4), 7 (M4+)2026: 443 (M2.5–4), 17 (M4+)
Event count (bars)
Seismic energy index (line)
Yearly Seismic Energy Release01k2k3k4k020.0B40.0B60.0B'10'13'16'19'22'252010: 469 events, Energy: 553.0M2011: 560 events, Energy: 82.0M2012: 490 events, Energy: 330.4M2013: 409 events, Energy: 91.8M2014: 457 events, Energy: 107.7M2015: 396 events, Energy: 139.9M2016: 541 events, Energy: 835.9M2017: 425 events, Energy: 23.1M2018: 343 events, Energy: 40.2M2019: 3,247 events, Energy: 49.8B2020: 2,271 events, Energy: 7.2B2021: 752 events, Energy: 166.7M2022: 457 events, Energy: 74.6M2023: 410 events, Energy: 60.4M2024: 530 events, Energy: 205.8M2025: 429 events, Energy: 97.3M2026: 460 events, Energy: 93.1M
Largest Recorded
M7.1
Ridgecrest Earthquake Sequence
Jul 6, 2019
Avg Noticeable / Year
24.7
Estimated felt (MMI ≥ II)

Strongest Recorded Earthquakes

M7.1 Jul 6, 2019
Ridgecrest Earthquake Sequence
M6.5 May 15, 2020
Monte Cristo Range, NV Earthquake
M6.4 Jul 4, 2019
Ridgecrest Earthquake Sequence
M6.0 Jul 8, 2021
Antelope Valley, CA
M5.8 Jun 24, 2020
18km SSE of Lone Pine, CA
M5.7 Dec 9, 2024
2024 Parker Butte, Nevada Earthquake
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🛡️ Earthquake Safety — Las Vegas, Nevada

What Las Vegas residents should know before, during, and after an earthquake

🏠 Step 1

Before: Secure Your Space

Bolt heavy furniture to walls. Keep an emergency kit within arm's reach of where you sleep. Know your exits.

🛡️ Step 2

During: Drop, Cover, Hold On

Drop to your hands and knees. Take cover under sturdy furniture. Hold on until the shaking stops. Stay away from windows.

🚪 Step 3

After: Check and Evacuate

Check for injuries and damage. If you smell gas, leave immediately and call 911. Expect aftershocks.

72-Hour Emergency Kit

✓ 1 gallon of water per person per day
✓ Non-perishable food (3-day supply)
✓ Battery-powered NOAA weather radio
✓ Flashlight and extra batteries
✓ First aid kit
✓ Whistle to signal for help
✓ N95 dust masks
✓ Plastic sheeting and duct tape
✓ Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
✓ Manual can opener

Notable US Seismic History

1994 Northridge, CA
M6.7
57 fatalities, $50B in damage. One of the costliest US natural disasters.
2011 Virginia
M5.8
Felt across 22 states. The most widely felt earthquake in US history.
2018 Anchorage, AK
M7.1
Major infrastructure damage across south-central Alaska.

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Alertra is an earthquake monitoring platform built by a team of engineers in Arizona focused on natural disaster safety technology. We provide real-time earthquake alerts and risk assessments to help communities prepare before disaster strikes.

Alertra ingests real-time seismic data from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) and combines it with over 15 years of legacy earthquake records to build localized risk models for communities like Las Vegas. Our threat scores, historical trend charts, and proximity alerts are all derived from this data — updated every 60 seconds.

Earthquake FAQ — Las Vegas, Nevada

Was there an earthquake in Las Vegas today?

46 tiny quakes nearby. Too small to feel. Completely normal background activity. This page shows all earthquakes detected within 250 miles of Las Vegas in the past 24 hours, updated every 60 seconds from USGS.

Did an earthquake just happen near Las Vegas?

Check the live earthquake table above for the most recent seismic events near 89149. Alertra detects earthquakes right now as they happen and can send you instant earthquake alerts for Las Vegas.

What is the earthquake history for Las Vegas, Nevada?

Alertra tracks USGS seismic records going back 15+ years for the Las Vegas area. View the historical trends chart above to see yearly earthquake frequency and the largest recorded event near 89149.

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