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Earthquakes Near San Diego, California 92161 Today

Live data from USGS · Monitoring ZIP code 92161 Updated just now

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

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Recent Earthquakes Near San Diego, California

42 earthquakes have been recorded within 250 miles of San Diego, California in the past 24 hours. Alertra monitors seismic activity near ZIP code 92161 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 San Diego, 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 — San Diego

Live seismic risk assessment · Updated every 60 seconds from USGS

Current Threat Level
All Quiet
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Threat score: 4 / 100

Some seismic activity near San Diego. Most too small to feel.

Earthquakes nearby 42
Closest to you M0.9, 11 mi
Strongest in last 24hr M2.1, Rarely felt
Last felt M4.0+ 86 days ago
Tracking Area
San Diego
LIVE EARTHQUAKES
Found 42 in region
Major (6.0+)
Moderate (4.0 - 5.9)
Minor (Below 4.0)
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🌍 Recent Earthquakes Near San Diego

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
M2.1 		Rarely felt 31 km SW of Dana Point, CA 49 mi 7:10 PM Details →
M1.9 		Not felt 4 km SE of Brawley, CA 101 mi 7:17 PM Details →
M1.7 		Not felt 10 km S of Idyllwild, CA 61 mi 2:55 PM Details →
M1.7 		Not felt 24 km ENE of Pine Valley, CA 54 mi 4:09 AM Details →
M1.5 		Not felt 27 km E of Coso Junction, CA 223 mi 11:44 AM Details →
M1.5 		Not felt 21 km S of Bodfish, CA 188 mi 2:34 AM Details →
M1.5 		Not felt 40 km SSE of Sandy Valley, Nevada 203 mi 10:03 PM Details →
M1.4 		Not felt 1 km WNW of Loma Linda, CA 82 mi 7:45 PM Details →
M1.4 		Not felt 24 km S of Twentynine Palms, CA 100 mi 3:40 AM Details →
M1.4 		Not felt 9 km WNW of Anza, CA 55 mi 6:27 AM Details →
M1.4 		Not felt 17 km N of Borrego Springs, CA 60 mi 10:57 PM Details →
M1.3 		Not felt 9 km N of Cabazon, CA 82 mi 1:47 AM Details →
M1.3 		Not felt 5 km NNW of West Hills, CA 125 mi 4:31 AM Details →
M1.2 		Not felt 2 km NE of Colton, CA 84 mi 9:54 AM Details →
M1.2 		Not felt 10 km SSW of Idyllwild, CA 60 mi 4:29 PM Details →
M1.1 		Not felt 16 km W of Searles Valley, CA 201 mi 7:18 AM Details →
M1.1 		Not felt 17 km N of Borrego Springs, CA 60 mi 11:23 PM Details →
M1.0 		Not felt 17 km NNW of Borrego Springs, CA 58 mi 12:08 PM Details →
M0.9 		Not felt 12 km SSE of Big Bear Lake, CA 90 mi 3:04 AM Details →
M0.9 		Not felt 8 km WNW of Anza, CA 56 mi 10:04 PM Details →
M0.9 		Not felt 22 km N of Ridgecrest, CA 205 mi 3:03 AM Details →
M0.9 		Not felt 7 km NNW of La Mesa, CA 11 mi 8:13 PM Details →
M0.9 		Not felt 8 km WSW of Ocotillo, CA 68 mi 2:36 PM Details →
M0.8 		Not felt 9 km NNE of Indio, CA 88 mi 8:11 AM Details →
M0.8 		Not felt 2 km S of Loma Linda, CA 80 mi 6:43 AM Details →
M0.8 		Not felt 10 km ENE of Coso Junction, CA 223 mi 9:42 AM Details →
M0.8 		Not felt 5 km ESE of Wofford Heights, CA 205 mi 12:39 PM Details →
M0.8 		Not felt 9 km SW of Idyllwild, CA 62 mi 3:06 AM Details →
M0.8 		Not felt 9 km SW of Idyllwild, CA 61 mi 3:05 AM Details →
M0.7 		Not felt 4 km SSW of Redlands, CA 79 mi 10:10 AM Details →
M0.7 		Not felt 9 km S of Big Bear Lake, CA 91 mi 9:19 AM Details →
M0.7 		Not felt 21 km ESE of Anza, CA 63 mi 8:31 AM Details →
M0.6 		Not felt 9 km NNE of Indio, CA 88 mi 6:50 AM Details →
M0.6 		Not felt 24 km SSW of La Quinta, CA 62 mi 12:35 AM Details →
M0.6 		Not felt 9 km NNW of Rancho Cucamonga, CA 94 mi 12:38 PM Details →
M0.6 		Not felt 4 km SE of Loma Linda, CA 79 mi 8:24 AM Details →
M0.5 		Not felt 3 km WSW of Anza, CA 55 mi 12:46 AM Details →
M0.4 		Not felt 9 km WNW of Anza, CA 56 mi 4:13 PM Details →
M0.4 		Not felt 9 km WNW of Anza, CA 56 mi 4:43 PM Details →
M0.3 		Not felt 22 km ESE of Anza, CA 61 mi 9:23 AM Details →
M0.2 		Not felt 4 km WSW of Anza, CA 55 mi 3:18 PM Details →
M0.2 		Not felt 15 km N of Warner Springs, CA 51 mi 11:41 AM Details →

📈 Earthquake History — San Diego

Since 2006 · M2.5+ · 250 mi radius

San Diego has recorded 17,131 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or greater within 250 miles since 2006. The largest was a M7.2 on Apr 4, 2010, located The 2010 Sierra El Mayor, B.C., Mexico Earthquake. On average, the area experiences approximately 926 notable seismic events per year.

M2.5+ in Past 7 Days

Fri
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Sat
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Sun
1
MAX M2.7
Mon
4
MAX M3.5
Tue
2
MAX M3.1
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Since 2006 · M2.5+ · 250 mi

Yearly Activity · 17131 events

Past Week
View:
M2.5–4 (bars)
M4+ (line, right axis)
Yearly Earthquake Activity by Magnitude02k4k6k050100150200'07'10'13'16'19'22'252006: 460 (M2.5–4), 16 (M4+)2007: 393 (M2.5–4), 18 (M4+)2008: 653 (M2.5–4), 33 (M4+)2009: 636 (M2.5–4), 36 (M4+)2010: 4,272 (M2.5–4), 184 (M4+)2011: 679 (M2.5–4), 31 (M4+)2012: 643 (M2.5–4), 37 (M4+)2013: 439 (M2.5–4), 17 (M4+)2014: 422 (M2.5–4), 29 (M4+)2015: 330 (M2.5–4), 11 (M4+)2016: 425 (M2.5–4), 19 (M4+)2017: 312 (M2.5–4), 5 (M4+)2018: 365 (M2.5–4), 18 (M4+)2019: 3,018 (M2.5–4), 139 (M4+)2020: 751 (M2.5–4), 29 (M4+)2021: 524 (M2.5–4), 20 (M4+)2022: 369 (M2.5–4), 15 (M4+)2023: 393 (M2.5–4), 16 (M4+)2024: 574 (M2.5–4), 32 (M4+)2025: 410 (M2.5–4), 10 (M4+)2026: 335 (M2.5–4), 13 (M4+)
Event count (bars)
Seismic energy index (line)
Yearly Seismic Energy Release02k4k6k020.0B40.0B60.0B80.0B'07'10'13'16'19'22'252006: 476 events, Energy: 195.3M2007: 411 events, Energy: 89.8M2008: 686 events, Energy: 479.0M2009: 672 events, Energy: 839.4M2010: 4,456 events, Energy: 65.3B2011: 710 events, Energy: 164.9M2012: 680 events, Energy: 3.2B2013: 456 events, Energy: 89.9M2014: 451 events, Energy: 310.8M2015: 341 events, Energy: 63.1M2016: 444 events, Energy: 150.0M2017: 317 events, Energy: 25.0M2018: 383 events, Energy: 196.2M2019: 3,157 events, Energy: 49.9B2020: 780 events, Energy: 569.4M2021: 544 events, Energy: 163.1M2022: 384 events, Energy: 2.1B2023: 409 events, Energy: 122.8M2024: 606 events, Energy: 250.6M2025: 420 events, Energy: 102.3M2026: 348 events, Energy: 75.0M
Largest Recorded
M7.2
The 2010 Sierra El Mayor, B.C., Mexico Earthquake
Apr 4, 2010
Avg Noticeable / Year
54.3
Estimated felt (MMI ≥ II)

Strongest Recorded Earthquakes

M7.2 Apr 4, 2010
The 2010 Sierra El Mayor, B.C., Mexico Earthquake
M7.1 Jul 6, 2019
Ridgecrest Earthquake Sequence
M6.4 Jul 4, 2019
Ridgecrest Earthquake Sequence
M6.3 Dec 14, 2012
279 km SSW of Avalon, California
M6.2 Nov 22, 2022
28 km SW of Las Brisas, Mexico
M6.2 Aug 3, 2009
97 km N of San Luis, Mexico
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🛡️ Earthquake Safety — San Diego, California

What San Diego 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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🏢 About Alertra

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 San Diego. Our threat scores, historical trend charts, and proximity alerts are all derived from this data — updated every 60 seconds.

Earthquake FAQ — San Diego, California

Was there an earthquake in San Diego today?

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

Did an earthquake just happen near San Diego?

Check the live earthquake table above for the most recent seismic events near 92161. Alertra detects earthquakes right now as they happen and can send you instant earthquake alerts for San Diego.

What is the earthquake history for San Diego, California?

Alertra tracks USGS seismic records going back 15+ years for the San Diego area. View the historical trends chart above to see yearly earthquake frequency and the largest recorded event near 92161.

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