A 4.0-magnitude earthquake occurred near Eureka in Humboldt County, California. This seismic event took place on January 18, 2026, at 4:20 PM local time. The earthquake struck at a shallow depth of 0.2 miles, making it notable for its proximity to the surface.
Details of the Earthquake
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) was the first organization to report the earthquake. Shortly after, the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) confirmed the quake’s magnitude.
Epicenter and Impact Area
The epicenter was located at 40.39°N latitude and 125.11°W longitude. Residents in several nearby towns may have felt the tremors:
- Ferndale (Population: 1,400) – 46 miles from the epicenter
- Fortuna (Population: 12,000) – 52 miles away
- Rio Dell (Population: 3,400) – 53 miles away
- Humboldt Hill (Population: 3,400) – 54 miles away
- Pine Hills (Population: 3,100) – 56 miles away
- Eureka (Population: 27,000) – 57 miles away
- Myrtletown (Population: 4,700) – 58 miles away
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Additional Information
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