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Moderate Earthquakes Shake California, No Major Damage Reported

9/11/2025

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A 3.6 magnitude earthquake hit near Maricopa, California, on September 10, 2025, at 8:53 p.m., with a depth of 13.4 kilometers.
A second quake of 3.5 magnitude occurred near Bakersfield, 18 miles away, at a depth of 8.3 miles.
Residents reported light to weak shaking, primarily in Bakersfield, using the Modified Mercalli Intensity (MMI) scale.
No significant injuries or damage have been reported, and residents were urged to share their experiences with the USGS.

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A 3.6 magnitude earthquake hit near Maricopa, California, on September 10, 2025, at 8:53 p.m., with a depth of 13.4 kilometers.
A second quake of 3.5 magnitude occurred near Bakersfield, 18 miles away, at a depth of 8.3 miles.
Residents reported light to weak shaking, primarily in Bakersfield, using the Modified Mercalli Intensity (MMI) scale.
No significant injuries or damage have been reported, and residents were urged to share their experiences with the USGS.